Principal Java/Kotlin Backend Engineer | Remote
Summary
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.
What they ask for
Required
- Java/Kotlin development on JVM 11+
- Spring Boot
- Microservices experience
- Mentor peers and guide architecture and engineering standards
- Collaborate with customers to translate requirements into technical solutions
- Available for 2-3 visits per year to the Newbury office
