EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.

We are seeking an experienced and talented Lead Software Engineer to join our forward-thinking team.

In this position, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and managing scalable Java-based web applications. You will lead development efforts in an Agile environment, driving the creation of innovative solutions that align with business objectives and enhance user experiences.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and optimize Java-based applications to deliver high performance
Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand and refine project requirements
Architect and enhance RESTful APIs and microservices to ensure reliability and scalability
Establish and uphold best practices for robust software architecture and design
Write well-structured, efficient, and maintainable code that aligns with coding standards
Conduct unit and integration testing to ensure software quality and reliability
Participate in and lead code reviews to maintain consistency and improve code quality
Diagnose and resolve technical issues identified by users or quality assurance teams
Lead Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning and daily stand-ups to ensure team alignment
Continuously explore and adopt new technologies and tools to improve development workflows

Requirements

A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
At least 5 years of experience in software development
A minimum of one year of experience managing and leading development teams
Advanced expertise in Java 17+ and in-depth knowledge of the Spring Framework, including Spring Boot
Practical experience with build tools like Maven or Gradle
Familiarity with Unix commands and scripting for development and debugging
Proficiency in SQL and experience working with relational databases such as Db2 or SQL Server
Hands-on experience with ORM tools like Hibernate, JPA, or Spring Data
Knowledge of NoSQL databases such as MongoDB or Redis
Proven experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices
Understanding of Spring MVC or WebFlux for developing modern web solutions
Experience with API documentation tools like Swagger or OpenAPI
Proficiency with Git and version control platforms like GitHub
Experience working with cloud platforms such as Azure or similar technologies
Familiarity with Agile collaboration tools like JIRA and Confluence
Comprehensive understanding of Agile principles and a collaborative mindset
Fluent in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills at a B2+ level or higher

Nice to have

Familiarity with earlier versions of Java, including Java 7 and 8
Experience with containerization tools like Docker and orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes
Hands-on knowledge of CI/CD tools like Jenkins for automated deployment
Understanding of Helm for managing Kubernetes deployments
Proficiency in testing frameworks and tools such as JUnit 4/5, Mockito, and WireMock
Experience using API testing tools like Postman or REST Assured

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