Principal Java Engineer - Fintech (Remote)

Ocho People; Remote; GBP 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Principal Java Developer for a fully remote position in Belfast. This role involves designing, building, and maintaining backend systems with a strong emphasis on performance and scalability. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in backend engineering, particularly in the Fintech sector, with a strong command of Core Java and modern development practices. A competitive salary package of up to £100k and an annual bonus is offered.

Benefits

Salary up to £100k + annual bonus

Fully remote working

Industry-leading benefits package

Qualifications

• 8+ years' experience in backend engineering roles, ideally within a Fintech environment.
• Strong expertise in Core Java and backend architecture.
• Experience delivering secure, scalable, high-quality services.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend systems with a focus on performance and scalability.
• Collaborate across small teams to solve real customer problems.
• Contribute throughout the SDLC, from analysis to release and beyond.

Skills

Core Java

Object-oriented design

Backend architecture

CI/CD

Automation

Behavioural-driven development

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Principal Java Developer for a fully remote position in Belfast. This role involves designing, building, and maintaining backend systems with a strong emphasis on performance and scalability. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in backend engineering, particularly in the Fintech sector, with a strong command of Core Java and modern development practices. A competitive salary package of up to £100k and an annual bonus is offered.