Lead Software Engineer - Java with Azure

We are hiring a Lead Software Engineer - Java with Azure to guide engineering work on scalable Java microservices and backend platforms running in Azure. You will own features through delivery, ensure clean code and strong APIs, and help the team improve CI/CD and performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, design, and maintain applications using Java (Spring Boot and Microservices)
• Lead feature ownership from initial concept through deployment with a focus on performance and scalability
• Support all stages of the SDLC, spanning analysis, design, testing, and release activities
• Produce clean, reusable, testable code and conduct detailed code reviews to keep quality high
• Diagnose and fix backend or frontend defects across different environments
• Create and integrate RESTful APIs to connect frontend and backend services effectively
• Improve backend performance by tuning API latency and database queries
• Help maintain and enhance CI/CD pipelines
• Engage actively in Agile/Scrum practices including 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 Azure
• 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 (Azure Pipeline, Jenkins, GitLab CI)
• Good understanding of microservices and event-driven architecture
• Working knowledge of cloud environments, especially Azure (e.g., Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Functions (serverless))
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills across the stack
• Ability to work collaboratively in Agile/Scrum teams and communicate effectively
• English proficiency at a B2 (Upper-Intermediate) level to ensure effective communication and documentation

Benefits

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

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