Senior Java Backend Developer
Summary
Build scalable Java backend services and REST APIs using Spring Boot, microservices, and relational databases for global products.
We are seeking a Senior Java Backend Developer to build scalable, high-performance backend services and APIs for products used daily by thousands of professionals. You will partner with an agile team to design secure microservices, improve reliability, and deliver clean, well-tested code—apply to help shape robust backend systems.
Responsibilities
- Design scalable backend services using Java and Spring Boot
- Build RESTful APIs for mobile and web applications
- Develop secure, reliable microservices with strong performance
- Optimize database models and data access layers
- Integrate external APIs and third-party platforms
- Collaborate with engineers, product, QA, and architects to deliver solutions
- Troubleshoot production issues and improve scalability and reliability
- Write clean, maintainable, well-tested code following best practices
- Participate in system design discussions, code reviews, and architectural decisions
- Improve delivery practices through CI/CD automation and engineering process enhancements
Requirements
- 3+ years of professional software development experience
- Strong Java and Spring Boot experience
- Solid REST API design knowledge
- Microservices architecture expertise
- Relational database experience with PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQL Server
- JPA/Hibernate experience or similar persistence frameworks
- Strong Agile/Scrum collaboration skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication skills
- Upper-Intermediate English proficiency (B2)
Nice to have
- Cloud platform experience with AWS or GCP
- Docker and Kubernetes experience
- OAuth2, Single Sign-On, JWT, or related authentication experience
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