Principal Java Engineer Remote/Hybrid – High-Impact GovTech

NPA WorldWide; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A mission-led consultancy is looking for an experienced Principal Software Engineer (Java) to join their team in Manchester. This role includes leading the design and development of secure software solutions for the UK Government and Defence sectors. Candidates should have deep Java expertise and experience in leading teams or projects. The company offers flexible working arrangements, a development budget, and private healthcare. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while shaping engineering practices.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Learning & development budget

Private healthcare

Matched pension scheme

Monthly socials

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in Java with strong full-stack engineering skills.
• Proven experience leading teams or projects at a senior or principal level.
• Strong knowledge of system architecture and cloud solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and testing of secure systems using Java.
• Architect and maintain APIs and cloud-native solutions.
• Guide and mentor engineers, promoting best practices.

Skills

Java

Full-stack engineering

DevOps practices

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

AWS

Azure

CI/CD

Infrastructure as Code

Job description

A mission-led consultancy is looking for an experienced Principal Software Engineer (Java) to join their team in Manchester. This role includes leading the design and development of secure software solutions for the UK Government and Defence sectors. Candidates should have deep Java expertise and experience in leading teams or projects. The company offers flexible working arrangements, a development budget, and private healthcare. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while shaping engineering practices.