Harrington Starr
Principal Software Engineer - Java

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Principal Software Engineer - Java
London
The company
This is an opportunity for a Principal Software Engineer to join an award-winning Fintech as they continue their next phase of growth. They create industry-changing solutions, operate in close to 50 global markets, and are known as a market leader in their space. They have already attracted some of the best engineers in the UK and there is no better time to join!
What you will get
- Access to continuous learning.
- Fully funded certifications and accelerated career plan.
- Private medical for you and your family.
- Hybrid working in London.
- Excellent benefits and bonus structures.
- £125,000 basic + bonus.
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I’m in my final year doing Economics and I don’t know whether to apply for grad schemes now or do a masters first. What do you think?
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Why you're a good match
StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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Why you're a good match
You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
Experience fit
Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
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No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
What you will do
- Assist in deciding technical direction across the organization.
- Contribute to the architecture and product roadmap.
- Collaborate with other team members and knowledge share.
- Discuss architectural concerns affecting various areas of the company.
- Participate in coding activities that are in support of design outcomes.
What you will need
- To be able to translate corporate strategy into technical strategy.
- Background working in Finance, ideally settlements.
- Senior-level experience with Java.
- Ability to pinpoint strengths and weaknesses in an enterprise system.
- Excellent communication skills and desire to learn new skills.
- To be a technical leader and coach.
- Be aware of the applicability of new technologies.
- A right to work in the UK indefinitely.


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If you would like to have a confidential conversation and find out more about this opportunity, then get in touch with Con Lam at Harrington Starr or click on the apply button below.
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