Principal Java Developer

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a global fintech client as a Principal Java Developer, becoming part of an expanding development team. You will design backend systems and improve software processes while collaborating with driven professionals. This remote position offers an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to innovative solutions.

Benefits

45 days holiday

Fully Remote

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in a Software Engineering role.
• Expertise in Java and design principles.
• Proven experience translating Business Requirements into solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop backend systems and services.
• Collaborate on improving software processes and methodologies.
• Deliver high-quality solutions that meet partner needs.

Skills

Java

Design Patterns

Refactoring

Object-Oriented Design

Education

BSc or MSc in Computer Science

Job description

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Principal Java Developer, Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire

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Location: Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

Job Description:

Principal Java Developer/Engineer

45 days holiday

Fully Remote

Are you looking to join an expanding development team for a global fintech client? There has been significant investment into growing the engineering team, and this is an amazing opportunity for a Principal Java Developer to be part of something special!

About the Principal Java Developer role:

• As a Principal Java Developer, you will be responsible for designing and developing backend, service, and portal systems. You will work in a dynamic and innovative development centre, engaging with various languages, frameworks, libraries, and services, utilizing state-of-the-art software techniques, including Behavioural Driven Development and CI/CD.
• The client values focused and empowered teams, which are curious, driven, and pragmatic, prioritizing outcomes over outputs. They are looking for individuals who share these values to join their journey.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Understand partner needs, problems, and expectations, and deliver high-quality, innovative solutions that add value to customers.
• Improve software development processes, methodologies, and tools through automation and simplification.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure deliverables are technically accurate and timely, building quality into all stages of the software lifecycle with a focus on observable and testable system behaviors.
• Identify critical activities and tasks, assist with estimation and planning, communicate status effectively, resolve issues, and contribute beyond assigned tasks, adjusting priorities as needed.

Qualifications needed for the role:

• 8-10 years of experience in a Software Engineering role.
• BSc or MSc in Computer Science or a related field.
• Expertise in Java.
• Experience with Design Patterns, Refactoring, OO Design, and related areas.
• Proven experience translating Business Requirements into solutions.