Principal Java/Kotlin Backend Engineer | Remote
SPECTRUM IT · Newbury, United Kingdom ·
- Work mode
- Remote
- Seniority
- Principal
- Category
- Backend
A principal-level backend engineer owns Java/Kotlin microservices on a high-throughput platform using Spring Boot on JVM 11+. Remote-first role combining hands-on development with mentoring peers, guiding architecture and standards, and collaborating with customers, plus 2-3 visits per year to the Newbury office.
SPECTRUM IT is seeking a Principal Java/Kotlin Software Developer to own backend systems on a high-throughput platform. This remote-first role lets you stay hands-on while guiding architecture and engineering standards within a growing R&D team.
You’ll work with Java/Kotlin on JVM 11+, Spring Boot and microservices, mentor peers, and collaborate with customers to translate requirements into robust technical solutions. Expect 2–3 visits per year to the Newbury office.