Lead Software Engineer – Java with any Cloud (AWS/Azure)

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 a highly skilled and experienced Lead Software Engineer to spearhead the design, development, and maintenance of cutting-edge backend systems and microservices. The ideal candidate will excel in Java development, possess deep familiarity with cloud technologies (AWS/Azure), and have a proven track record of working in agile, collaborative environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain applications using Java (Spring Boot and Microservices)
• Take ownership of features from concept to deployment, ensuring high performance and scalability
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle — from analysis and design to testing and release
• Write clean, testable, reusable code, and conduct thorough code reviews to ensure high-quality standards
• Troubleshoot and resolve backend or frontend issues across various environments
• Build and consume RESTful APIs for seamless frontend-backend integration
• Optimize application performance on the backend (API latency, database queries)
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines
• Work effectively in Agile/SCRUM teams, actively participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives

Requirements

• Total 8+ years of development work experience
• 8+ years of professional experience in full-stack development using Java (Spring Boot) and AWS
• Hands-on development experience with Java and Spring Framework
• Good knowledge of APIs and microservices architecture
• Strong proficiency in: Java 17, Spring Boot 3.1.2, Spring Framework 6.0.7, Hibernate, RESTful API design, and modular frontend architecture
• Experience in implementing CI/CD pipelines (AWS CodePipeline, Jenkins, GitLab CI)
• Good understanding of microservices and event-driven architecture
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, AWS CloudFormation)
• Working knowledge of cloud environments, especially AWS (e.g., S3, EC2)
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills across the stack
• Ability to work collaboratively in Agile/SCRUM teams and communicate effectively

Nice to have

• Experience with Python and basic understanding of FE frameworks
• Skills in Test-Driven Development (TDD) using frameworks like Jest, Jasmine, or JUnit

We offer

• Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies
• Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications
• Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms
• Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects
• Focused individual development
• Benefit package:
  • Health benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible benefits
• Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)