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# Principal Software Engineer

- **Company:** Solera Holdings, LLC.
- **Location:** Málaga, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Apache HTTP Server, Apache Tomcat, Unix, Continuous Integration, IBM DB2, IBM Websphere Application Server, JSON, Junit, PostgreSQL, Apache Maven, Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, Nginx, Octopus Deploy, Pair Programming, Scrum Methodology, Mockito, Swagger, Selenium, SQL Stored Procedures, TypeScript, Web Applications, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Spring-mvc, Spring-boot, Software Troubleshooting, Technical Debt, Gitlab, Git, Concourse, AngularJS, Information Technology, Build Tools, Spring Batch, Jasmine, Elk Stack, Jenkins, Ci Server
- **Published:** September 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/principal-software-engineer-en-malaga-ID-372591404

## About the Role

Over 3 years' experience being a Technical Lead in the team
Over 10 years' experience of delivering IT development projects
A related degree or equivalent qualifications / experience
Required:
Java - up to v21
Spring (including Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Batch)
Java Webapps (such as Tomcat 11 / Websphere, Spring MVC)
Apache, Nginx
CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Concourse, Git, GitLab, Octopus
Stored Procedures (MSSQL, DB2, Mongo, Postgres)
Agile Methodologies - Scrum, Kanban, Pair Programming, TDD
Desirable:
Test tooling - Selenium, JUnit, Mockito, PowerMock, Karma, Jasmine
REST/JSON APIs (Swagger, HATEOAS)
Build tools (Maven, Ant)
Unix
JavaScript (including JSON, Typescript, AngularJS/Angular)
ELK stack
Required Attributes and Characteristics
High attention to detail
Flexibility
Forward-thinking with drive and determination
Strong analytical & solution design skills
Team player with the ability to work independently where needed
Logical approach to problem solving and strong troubleshooting skills

## Description

Principal Engineer - Java P5 - CAP-HPIWho We AreSolera is a global leader in data and software services that strives to transform every touchpoint of the vehicle lifecycle into a connected digital experience. In addition, we provide products and services to protect life's other most important assets: our homes and digital identities. Today, Solera processes over 300 million digital transactions annually for approximately 235,000 partners and customers in more than 90 countries. Our 6,500 team members foster an uncommon, innovative culture and are dedicated to successfully bringing the future to bear today through cognitive answers, insights, algorithms and automation. For more information, please visit solera.com.At CAP-HPI we use our data, combined with our knowledge, experience and expertise, to enable us to create award-winning automotive products. Over 75 years, our extensive dataset and unique understanding of the automotive market help businesses of all shapes and sizes manage risk and increase profit. We provide data and insight into vehicle identification, valuations and complete history checks.The RoleAs a member of the Product Development team, you will be responsible for delivering projects related to the technical development, support and maintenance of the company's customer facing applications and internal applications to defined standards and to a high quality. You will champion areas of technologies, assist in defining standards, interact and communicate with other areas of the business, gather requirements and effectively manage expectations.As a Senior Engineer you will have a strong working knowledge of the design, development and maintenance of web-based applications. You will develop solutions, from often complex requirements to defined standards and will be seen as an expert of the relevant technology stack. You will keep on top of the latest technologies and bring innovation and motivation to the team. You will aid other team members in a coaching and mentoring capacity and be expected to work as part of an autonomous team.What You'll DoEnsure the squad develop robust, resilient solutions.Champion Solera Standards - encouraging others to do the sameMaintain a strong technical understanding and promote the use of the latest software and technologies.Provide regular feedback to, and coaching of, the Tribe members to ensure improvement of individual performance and contribution to project deliverables.Represent Product Development with stakeholders both within and outside of allocated Tribe.Work with Architecture to define, maintain and ensure adherence to technical standards.Advocate Testing practices and champion the rollout of automation within the business area of remit.Suggest and deliver continuous improvement items aligned with the strategic direction of Product Development.Suggest innovative approaches to new and existing ways of working.Tech Debt - take ownership, lead the squad to do the same and discuss prioritisation with Product.Align with wider department.Promote strong morale within the squads.What You'll BringTechnical ExperienceAs a Principal Engineer within the Development Team, you should have: -Over 3 years' experience being a Technical Lead in the teamOver 10 years' experience of delivering IT development projectsA related degree or equivalent qualifications / experienceRequired:Java - up to v21Spring (including Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Batch)Java Webapps (such as Tomcat 11 / Websphere, Spring MVC)Apache, NginxCI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Concourse, Git, GitLab, OctopusStored Procedures (MSSQL, DB2, Mongo, Postgres)Agile Methodologies - Scrum, Kanban, Pair Programming, TDDDesirable:Test tooling - Selenium, JUnit, Mockito, PowerMock, Karma, JasmineREST/JSON APIs (Swagger, HATEOAS)Build tools (Maven, Ant)UnixJavaScript (including JSON, Typescript, AngularJS/Angular)ELK stackRequired Attributes and CharacteristicsHigh attention to detailFlexibilityForward-thinking with drive and determinationStrong analytical & solution design skillsTeam player with the ability to work independently where neededLogical approach to problem solving and strong troubleshooting skillsIt is impossible to list every requirement for, or responsibility of, any position. Similarly, we cannot identify all the skills a position may require since job responsibilities and the Company's needs may change over time. Therefore, the above job description is not comprehensive or exhaustive. The Company reserves the right to adjust, add to or eliminate any aspect of the above description. The Company also retains the right to require all employees to undertake additional or different job responsibilities when necessary to meet business needs.#J-*****-Ljbffr


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