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 motivated Lead Software Engineer specializing in Java and AWS Cloud solutions to join our dynamic team.
This role demands someone with a blend of hands-on expertise, technical leadership, and business acumen to drive impactful software deliveries for our front-end applications, microservices, and cloud ecosystems.
Responsibilities
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Take ownership and accountability for the technology solutions and deliverables of the team
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Provide technology thought leadership and guide the team in making informed decisions
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Remove obstacles related to technology throughout the project lifecycle
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Collaborate with architects and the CTO organization on governance and best practices
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Address functional and non-functional requirements while building high-quality solutions
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Contribute to and enhance designs, architectures, and frameworks
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Oversee and ensure the quality of data models, API contracts, architecture, frameworks, and code
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Assist with effort estimation, planning, priority setting, and identifying dependencies
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Provide leadership and foster collaboration across multiple teams and stakeholders
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Serve as a strong technologist with hands-on knowledge of AWS Cloud Native microservices architecture
Requirements
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8+ years of experience designing and developing front-end applications, microservices, and REST APIs
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Background in Java, Node.js, and SpringBoot technologies, including APIs and microservices
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Expertise in AWS Cloud services such as ECS, Lambda, DynamoDB, SQS, and Cloudwatch
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Knowledge of databases like DynamoDB and Aurora
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Skills in agile methodology and API testing tools
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Understanding of monitoring tools like Splunk
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Client-facing and strong communicative abilities with presentation skills
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Attention to detail and capacity to work in ambiguity while maintaining structure
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Team leadership with experience collaborating across teams like Vanguard Database, CTO organization, and API Economy initiatives
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Competency in removing technical fuzziness and delivering clear solutions
Nice to have
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Familiarity with Python programming
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Capability to work with data pipelines in a cloud-native environment
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Showcase of building solutions aligning 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.)
