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# Remote Principal Software Engineer Backend Technologies, Platform (UK Remote)

- **Company:** Turnitin, LLC
- **Location:** Stowmarket, UK (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Behavior-Driven Development, Cloud Computing, Software Quality, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon Simple Notification Service (SNS), Web Applications, Software Organization, Test-Driven Development (TDD), ReactJS, Delivery Pipeline, AWS Lambda, Backend, Event Driven Architecture, AngularJS, Google Cloud Functions, Front End Software Development, Functional Programming, Api Gateway, Restful APIs, Amazon Simple Queue Service (SQS), Serverless Computing
- **Published:** October 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/remote-principal-software-engineer-backend-technologies-platform-uk-remote/50331738

## About the Role

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 EventBridge. 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 DevOps 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

## Description

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. Oversee the implementation and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines to ensure effi cient and reliable software delivery. Maintain high standards of code quality through rigorous peer reviews, comprehensive testing, and adherence to industry best practices. Over 10 years of experience in backend development with deep profi ciency in Java and extensive