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# Principal Full Stack Engineer

- **Company:** gb
Autotrader
- **Location:** Manchester, UK (Remote available)
- **Salary:** £60,000.0 - £80,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Continuous Delivery, Relational Databases, Distributed Systems, Java Virtual Machine (JVM), MongoDB, SQL Databases, TypeScript, Web Services, Test-Driven Development (TDD), ReactJS, Spring-boot, Event Driven Architecture, AngularJS, Apache Kafka, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs
- **Published:** September 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/principal-full-stack-engineer/autotrader-job107983590

## About the Role

* Strong experience working across the stack, from designing scalable back-end systems to developing responsive front-end applications
 * You should be comfortable working with Java, Spring Boot and the Java ecosystem / JVM
 * Ability to architect and design complex, distributed systems that are scalable, maintainable, and performant
 * Experience with modern front-end technologies (e.g., React or Angular, TypeScript/Modern JavaScript), along with proficiency in building RESTful APIs and web services.
 * Strong knowledge of relational databases (SQL), along with experience working with document-based storage solutions (e.g., MongoDB)
 * Experience with Kafka or other event-driven architectures
 * A structured approach to development and testing (including Test-Driven Development) with a focus on continuous delivery and automation
 * Proven experience leading and mentoring teams, helping others grow technically while delivering high-impact projects



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