Principal Software Engineer - Java

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

Job summary

A leading Fintech firm is seeking a Principal Software Engineer - Java to join their team on a fully remote basis within the UK. This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence technical direction and contribute to innovative product development. With a competitive salary of £80,000 plus bonuses, the position is perfect for a driven individual with senior Java expertise and strong leadership capabilities.

Benefits

Access to continuous learning

Fully funded certifications

Private medical for you and your family

Home office set-up

Excellent benefits and bonus structures

Qualifications

• Senior level experience with Java required.
• Ability to translate corporate strategy into technical strategy.
• Desire to learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in deciding technical direction across the organisation.
• Contribute to the architecture and product roadmap.
• Participate in coding activities that support design outcomes.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to pinpoint strengths and weaknesses in an enterprise system

Technical leadership

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Client:

Harrington Starr

Location:

preston, lancashire, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

28.06.2025

Expiry Date:

12.08.2025

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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 their continue their next phase of growth. They create industry changing solutions, operate in close to 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 accelerated career plan.
• Private medical for you and your family.
• Fully remote with options to work in any of their global locations.
• Excellent benefits and bonus structures.
• £80,000 basic + bonus
• Home office set-up.

What you will do

• Assist in deciding technical direction across the organisation.
• Contribute to the architecture and product roadmap.
• Collaborate with other team members and knowledge share.
• Discuss architectural concerns affecting various areas of the company.
• Participate in coding activities that are in support of design outcomes.

What you will need

• To be able to translate corporate strategy into technical strategy.
• Senior level experience with Java
• Ability to pinpoint strengths and weaknesses in an enterprise system.
• Excellent communication skills and desire to learn new skills.
• To be a technical leader and coach.
• Be aware of the applicability of new technologies.
• A right to work in the UK indefinitely

Find out more

If you would like to have a confidential conversation and find out more about this opportunity, then get in touch with Con Lam at Harrington Starr or click on the apply button below.