Skills

Leadership Java DevOps Docker Kubernetes Scrum Problem-solving Coaching Programming Software Development Agile Terraform

Job Specifications

Principal Java Developer

Location: Manchester, Hybrid (flexible per candidate requirements)

Salary: Up to £80,000

A well-established UK software company is looking for an experienced Java developer to join one of its Scrum teams in a senior, hands-on role. The business has a strong engineering culture built around Agile and XP practices and develops modern, cloud-based software used at scale.

This role would suit a senior or principal-level Java engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, mentoring others, and contributing to how teams and technology evolve.

The role

You will be a hands-on member of a Scrum team, contributing to the design, build and delivery of new products and features. Alongside development work, you will provide technical leadership, support the growth of other developers, and help drive continuous improvement across engineering practices.

The role combines senior-level software development with coaching and collaboration across disciplines including product, UX, testing and customers. The working model is hybrid, with flexibility around office attendance depending on individual circumstances.

Technology and ways of working

Modern Java (currently JDK 17)
Agile and XP practices including TDD, pair programming and CI
Cloud and DevOps tooling such as Docker, Kubernetes and Terraform
Focus on clean code, automated testing and continuous delivery

You will not be expected to be an expert in every tool, but you should be comfortable working in modern engineering environments.

About you

You will be:

An experienced Java developer with strong problem-solving skills
Comfortable working in Agile teams and collaborative environments
Interested in mentoring and supporting other developers
Proactive, inquisitive and willing to challenge existing approaches
Keen to remain hands-on while having broader technical influence

Formal line management experience is beneficial but not essential.

Interview process

Java coding exercise completed collaboratively
Discussion of code you are proud of
Technical and cultural interviews with senior engineers

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