Principal Java Engineer — Remote, Lead & Scale Microservices

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead the design and delivery of high-quality Java applications in a remote-first team. You will architect scalable solutions, mentor junior engineers, and influence the technology strategy across multiple projects.

You will bring 10+ years of Java experience, deep Spring Boot knowledge, and proven microservices design capability. This role emphasizes leadership, architecture, and collaboration in a distributed environment.