Remote Principal Software Engineer Backend Technologies, Platform; UK Remote

coding, development, and implementation of technical solutions. Lead and design, development, and optimization of scalable backend services using Java and serverless technologies (e.g., AWS Lambda). Architect and implement RESTful APIs and event-driven systems to support high-performance, distributed applications. Contribute to the development and integration of user-facing frontend components when needed. Analyze and optimize existing services to enhance performance, scalability, and cost-effi ciency.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Architects, Product Managers, and engineering leads, to deliver innovative and impactful solutions. Over 10 years of experience in backend development with deep profi ciency in Java and extensive
hands-on experience with serverless frameworks (e.g., AWS Lambda, Google Cloud Functions). Solid understanding of frontend technologies, including React and Web Components, with the ability to contribute when needed. Expertise in designing and managing distributed systems, ensuring scalability, and advanced data modeling techniques. Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders across multiple locations, including distributed teams in Europe and the USA, to deliver impactful, high-quality solutions.

Practical expertise in cloud technologies, specifically developing serverless applications on AWS using services such as Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway, SNS/SQS, and Event Bridge. Deep understanding of software development best practices, including design patterns, test-driven development (TDD), behavior-driven development (BDD), and clean code principles. Experience implementing and managing CI/CD pipelines for automated build, deployment,
and testing. Familiarity with modern Dev Ops practices and infrastructure-as-code (IaC). Proven ability to conduct comprehensive system design reviews, ensuring architectural alignment, scalability, performance, and adherence to best practices. Proven experience as a Tech Lead, with a strong track record of mentoring and coaching junior engineers, promoting skill development, and driving adherence to best practices to ensure team growth and technical excellence.

Exceptional collaboration skills, working effectively across cross-functional teams, including Product Managers, Architects, and other engineering leads. Strong problem-solving skills, with a track record of troubleshooting and optimizing existing systems for performance, scalability, and cost effi ciency. Ability to make strategic technical decisions while balancing project deadlines and business goals.

Experience with frontend technologies such as React, Angular, or Web Components is a plus. Familiarity with monitoring
When you join Turnitin, you'll be welcomed into a company that is a recognized innovator in global education. Over 16,000 academic institutions, publishers, and corporations use our services in more than 185 countries around the world:
Experience a remote-first culture that empowers you to work with purpose and accountability in a way that best suits you, supported by a comprehensive package that prioritizes your overall well-being. Our diverse community of colleagues are all unified by a shared desire to make a difference in education. Turnitin is seeking a Principal Backend Engineer with a strong focus on backend development, particularly in Java and serverless architectures, combined with solid frontend experience.

This role is ideal for engineers passionate about building scalable distributed systems, data modeling, and delivering high-performing, reliable software solutions for our award-winning educational platform. This role is fully hands-on, requiring active involvement in
and observability tools (e.g., Knowledge of data modeling and working with both No

SQL databases. Understanding of agile methodologies, including Scrum, XP and Kanban. Understanding or experience with AI/ML. While salary, bonus, or commission are important, they re only part of the value you receive in exchange for your work. Beyond compensation, you ll experience the intrinsic rewards of unleashing your potential and making a positive impact on global education. In addition, our extrinsic rewards include generous time off and health and wellness programs that provide choice, flexibility, and a safety net for life s challenges.

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