Principal Engineer (Backend)
Core
Drive architectural direction and technical execution across Rightmove's high-traffic consumer property search domain.
Role type
Principal Engineer (Backend/Architecture)
Builds
Scalable, resilient property search, listing, and valuation systems serving millions of users.
Domain
Real Estate / Consumer Internet
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Java, Spring Boot, System Architecture, Cross-domain collaboration, AI/Agentic development strategy, Technical mentorship, Strategic product thinking
Preferred skills
Experience with AI-driven development workflows, Cross-team influence, Hands-on problem solving
Technologies
Java, Spring Boot
Responsibilities
Lead design of scalable systems across team boundaries, Shape architectural direction for the consumer domain, Partner with product managers on high-value initiatives, Champion engineering quality and observability, Mentor senior engineers and tech leads
Seniority
Principal, strategy & mentorship
