Principal Backend Engineer – Java Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid) | Practice Area : Technology & Engineering | Type: Permanent Architect the next generation of financial platforms. Lead with Java expertise. Deliver impact at scale. The Role We’re looking for a Principal Backend Engineer (Java) to join our Technology & Engineering team. This leadership-level role calls for deep technical acumen, a security-first mindset, and strong coaching capabilities. You’ll architect cloud-native backend systems, shape our engineering standards, and mentor teams to deliver high-performance platforms for global financial clients. This role will sit in our Scotland office, with a need to potentially work in either Glasgow or Edinburgh depending on client expectations. What You’ll Do 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 (preferably AWS) Guide technical decision-making across teams and align solutions to enterprise strategies Champion engineering excellence, continuous improvement, and a test-first culture Coach developers, shape delivery processes, and influence broader engineering practices across Capco What We’re Looking For Expertise 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 experience in CI/CD pipelines
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