We are seeking a Lead Java Developer to join our team.
This is an opportunity to take on a leadership role in a dynamic environment and drive the development of innovative solutions. You will collaborate with talented professionals and contribute to the success of complex projects.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of scalable backend systems
- Oversee the implementation of new features and enhancements
- Guide the team in adopting best coding practices and architectural standards
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver project objectives
- Ensure code quality through regular code reviews and mentoring
- Manage project timelines and delegate tasks effectively
- Support the integration of third-party services and APIs
- Monitor application performance and troubleshoot issues
- Foster a collaborative and high-performing team culture
- Stay updated on emerging technologies and recommend improvements
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in software development
- At least one year of experience managing or leading a team of 5 or more members
- Proficiency in Java Core and Java 8 for backend development
- Experience with Spring Boot for building enterprise applications
- Strong understanding of RESTful API design and implementation
- Hands-on experience with Microservice Architecture for distributed systems
- Solid knowledge of SQL for relational database management
- Familiarity with Java NoSQL databases for handling unstructured data
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines for automated build and deployment processes
- Skills in unit testing to ensure code reliability and maintainability
- Working knowledge of Amazon Web Services for cloud-based solutions
- Experience with ReactJS for building user interfaces
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English at B2+ level or higher
Nice to have
- Exposure to additional cloud platforms or DevOps tools
- Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project management tools
- Knowledge of advanced security practices in Java applications
- Background in performance tuning and optimization for large-scale systems
We offer/Benefits
- International projects with top brands
- Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
- Healthcare benefits
- Employee financial programs
- Paid time off and sick leave
- Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
- Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
- Global career opportunities
- Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
- EPAM Employee Groups
- Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn
EPAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
