Senior Java Principal Engineer: Secure Cloud Apps (Remote)

NPA WorldWide; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UK is seeking a Principal Software Engineer (Java) to help deliver secure, modern software solutions for the Government and Defence sectors. This senior-level role requires hands-on engineering skills, experience leading teams, and a passion for shaping best practices in agile environments. You will lead development efforts, design scalable systems, and collaborate with stakeholders to create impactful solutions. The position offers flexible working and competitive compensation.

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/principal level.
• Strong knowledge of system architecture, cloud solutions, and API design.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and testing of scalable systems using Java.
• Architect and maintain APIs, data pipelines, and cloud-native solutions.
• Guide and mentor engineers, promoting best practice and agile delivery.

Skills

Java

Full-stack engineering

System architecture

Cloud solutions

API design

DevOps tools

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

CI/CD

Containers

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Job description

A leading consulting firm in the UK is seeking a Principal Software Engineer (Java) to help deliver secure, modern software solutions for the Government and Defence sectors. This senior-level role requires hands-on engineering skills, experience leading teams, and a passion for shaping best practices in agile environments. You will lead development efforts, design scalable systems, and collaborate with stakeholders to create impactful solutions. The position offers flexible working and competitive compensation.