Principal Backend Developer (Java)

Responsibilities

We are representing a confidential financial services consultancy seeking a Principal Backend Developer with deep Java expertise to join their Technology & Engineering practice in Scotland. This is a leadership-level position based in Glasgow with potential assignments in Edinburgh depending on client needs, working on a hybrid schedule.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the design and development of secure, scalable backend systems using Java 11+ and Spring Boot
• Architect distributed microservices and event-driven systems deployed to public cloud environments, preferably AWS
• Guide technical decision-making across development teams and align solutions to enterprise strategies
• Champion engineering excellence, continuous improvement, and a test-first culture
• Coach and mentor developers while shaping delivery processes and influencing broader engineering practices
• Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions

What We're Looking For

Required Skills and Experience:

• Expert-level proficiency in Java 11/17+, Spring Boot, and AWS-based enterprise cloud solutions
• Proven track record architecting secure, scalable services using microservices and CQRS patterns
• Strong hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, SQL/NoSQL databases, Kafka, CloudFormation, and streaming frameworks
• Advanced understanding of system security protocols including OAuth, IAM, TLS, and encryption
• Demonstrated leadership capability to manage and mentor technical teams while driving technology strategy

Bonus Qualifications:

• Contributions to thought leadership, mentoring, or RFPs within consultancy or technology environments
• Hands-on experience with GitLab CI/CD, Cucumber, and Behaviour Driven Design
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional level)
• History of delivering large-scale customer-facing applications
• Passion for experimenting with new tools and approaches within backend engineering

How We Work with You

Our talent team at Get A Job.ai partners with leading organizations to connect exceptional engineers with career-defining opportunities. When you apply through our platform, a dedicated recruiter will review your profile and conduct an initial screening. If there's a strong match, we'll submit your candidacy to our client and guide you through each stage of their interview process.

Please apply exclusively through Get A Job.ai. Do not contact the client directly, as all applications must be coordinated through our recruitment process to be considered.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process and are competitive with principal-level backend engineering roles in the financial services sector.

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