Principal Software Engineer - Java

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

Job summary

A leading Fintech company is seeking a Principal Software Engineer - Java to join their award-winning team. This fully remote position offers competitive salary and benefits, alongside opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement. You will play a key role in shaping technical direction and architecture while collaborating across teams to drive innovation.

Benefits

Fully funded certifications

Private medical insurance

Home office setup

Access to continuous learning

Excellent benefits and bonus structures

Qualifications

• Senior experience with Java.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Technical leadership and coaching abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in defining technical direction across the organization.
• Contribute to architecture and product roadmaps.
• Collaborate and share knowledge with team members.

Skills

Java

Technical leadership

Communication

Ability to translate corporate strategy into technical strategy

Job description

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Principal Software Engineer - Java, Swindon, Wiltshire

Client: Harrington Starr

Location: Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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 recognized as a market leader. They have already attracted top engineers in the UK, making this a great time to join!

What you will get

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

What you will do

• Assist in defining technical direction across the organization
• Contribute to architecture and product roadmaps
• Collaborate and share knowledge with team members
• Address architectural concerns affecting various areas
• Participate in coding activities supporting design goals

What you will need

• Ability to translate corporate strategy into technical strategy
• Senior experience with Java
• Skill in identifying strengths and weaknesses in enterprise systems
• Excellent communication skills and eagerness to learn new skills
• Technical leadership and coaching abilities
• Awareness of new technologies' applicability
• Legal right to work in the UK indefinitely

Find out more

If you'd like a confidential chat about this opportunity, contact Con Lam at Harrington Starr or click the apply button below.