Lead Java Developer

We are searching for a Lead Java Developer to join our organization.

This role provides the opportunity to take on a leadership position, influence the technical roadmap, and drive the success of innovative initiatives. You will collaborate with a talented team and play a key role in delivering high-quality software solutions.

Responsibilities

• Guide the design and deployment of scalable backend architectures
• Supervise the introduction of new features and system updates
• Provide mentorship and technical direction to team members on coding and architectural standards
• Work in partnership with cross-functional teams to accomplish project goals
• Maintain code excellence through continuous reviews and knowledge sharing
• Coordinate project timelines and assign tasks within the development group
• Oversee the integration of third-party APIs and external services
• Identify and troubleshoot application performance challenges
• Cultivate a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment
• Explore and recommend new technologies and development practices

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent background
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in software engineering
• At least one year of experience in a leadership or team management role with five or more direct reports
• Strong expertise in Java Core and Java 8 for backend development
• Hands-on experience with Spring Boot for building enterprise-level applications
• Proficiency in designing and implementing RESTful APIs
• Background in Microservice Architecture for building modular and scalable systems
• Solid understanding of SQL for relational database management
• Familiarity with Java NoSQL databases for handling non-relational data
• Experience with CI/CD tools and practices for automated development workflows
• Ability to develop and maintain unit tests for software reliability
• Knowledge of Amazon Web Services for cloud-based deployments
• Experience with ReactJS for creating user interfaces
• Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written, at B2+ level or higher

Nice to have

• Experience with additional cloud platforms or DevOps solutions
• Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project management systems
• Understanding of advanced security practices in Java development
• Experience in optimizing and tuning performance for large-scale applications

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