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 looking for a Lead Software Developer - Java with AWS Cloud to lead hands-on delivery of Java services and AWS Cloud solutions across modern platforms. You will steer decisions for front-end applications, microservices, and REST APIs while strengthening governance and quality across the cloud ecosystem—apply now.
Responsibilities
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Own the team’s technology solutions and be accountable for end-to-end deliverables
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Provide technical thought leadership and help the team make well-informed choices
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Eliminate technology roadblocks across the full project lifecycle
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Partner with architects and the CTO organization to align on governance and best practices
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Translate functional and non-functional requirements into high-quality implementations
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Improve designs, architectures, and frameworks through active contribution
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Ensure quality across data models, API contracts, architecture, frameworks, and code
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Support estimation, planning, prioritization, and dependency identification
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Lead and strengthen collaboration across teams and stakeholders
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Act as a hands-on technologist in AWS Cloud Native microservices architecture
Requirements
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Proven track record of 8+ years designing and building front-end applications, microservices, and REST APIs
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Solid background in Java, Node.js, and SpringBoot technologies, including APIs and microservices
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Deep expertise in AWS Cloud services such as ECS, Lambda, DynamoDB, SQS, and Cloudwatch
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Hands-on knowledge of databases like DynamoDB and Aurora
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Practical experience with agile methodology and API testing tools
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Working understanding of monitoring tools like Splunk
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Client-facing communication skills with strong presentation abilities
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High attention to detail with the ability to operate in ambiguity while keeping structure
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Demonstrated team leadership collaborating with groups such as Vanguard Database, CTO organization, and API Economy initiatives
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Ability to remove technical fuzziness and deliver clear, actionable solutions
Nice to have
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Familiarity with Python programming
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Ability to work with data pipelines in a cloud-native environment
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Experience building solutions that connect business acumen with API economy
Technologies
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Backend – Java, Node.js, Spring Boot, Microservices, APIs
- Cloud – AWS (ECS, Lambda, SQS, Cloudwatch and other frequently used AWS services)
- Database – DynamoDB, Aurora
- Other language – Python (Optional)
- Monitoring – Splunk
- Testing – API Testing Tools
We offer
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Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies
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Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications
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Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms
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Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons
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Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
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Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects
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Focused individual development
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Benefit package:
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Health benefits
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Retirement benefits
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Paid time off
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Flexible benefits
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Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)
