Principal Software Engineer - Java

JR United Kingdom; London; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Fintech company is seeking a Principal Software Engineer - Java to drive technical strategies and collaborate with a dynamic team. This fully remote role offers competitive compensation, career development, and a chance to be part of an industry leader changing the market landscape.

Benefits

Access to continuous learning

Fully funded certifications

Private medical insurance

Home office setup support

Excellent benefits and bonus structures

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience with Java.
• Ability to translate corporate strategy into technical strategy.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Define technical direction across the organization.
• Contribute to architecture and product roadmap development.
• Participate in coding activities.

Skills

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Java

Strategic thinking

Collaboration

Job description

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Principal Software Engineer - Java, London

Client: Harrington Starr

Location: London, United Kingdom

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Posted:

28.06.2025

Expiry Date:

12.08.2025

Job Description:

Principal Software Engineer - Java

Fully remote based in the UK.

The company

This is an opportunity for a Principal Software Engineer to join an award-winning Fintech as they continue their next phase of growth. They create industry-changing solutions, operate in nearly 50 global markets, and are known as a market leader in their space. They have already attracted some of the best engineers in the UK, and there is no better time to join!

What you will get

• Access to continuous learning.
• Fully funded certifications and an accelerated career plan.
• Private medical insurance for you and your family.
• Fully remote with options to work from any of their global locations.
• Excellent benefits and bonus structures.
• £80,000 basic salary + bonus.
• Home office setup support.

What you will do

• Assist in defining the technical direction across the organization.
• Contribute to architecture and product roadmap development.
• Collaborate with team members and share knowledge.
• Discuss architectural concerns affecting various parts of the company.
• Participate in coding activities supporting design outcomes.

What you will need

• Ability to translate corporate strategy into technical strategy.
• Senior-level experience with Java.
• Ability to identify strengths and weaknesses in enterprise systems.
• Excellent communication skills and a desire to learn new skills.
• Technical leadership and coaching abilities.
• Awareness of new technologies and their applicability.
• Legal right to work in the UK indefinitely.

Find out more

If you would like a confidential conversation and more details about this opportunity, please contact Con Lam at Harrington Starr or click on the apply button below.