Lead Java Developer

About the Position

We are looking for a Lead Java Developer to become an integral part of our team.

This position offers the chance to step into a leadership capacity, shape technical direction, and influence the delivery of impactful solutions. You will work alongside skilled colleagues and play a key role in driving project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Direct the architecture and development of robust backend solutions
• Supervise the rollout of new functionalities and system improvements
• Mentor team members on coding standards and architectural principles
• Collaborate with other departments to achieve project milestones
• Uphold high standards of code quality through code reviews and guidance
• Organize project schedules and assign responsibilities within the team
• Facilitate the integration of external APIs and services
• Analyze and resolve application performance issues
• Promote a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement
• Research and suggest adoption of new technologies and tools

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in software engineering
• Minimum one year of experience leading or managing a team of five or more people
• Strong command of Java Core and Java 8 for backend application development
• Practical experience with Spring Boot for enterprise-level projects
• In-depth knowledge of designing and building RESTful APIs
• Experience working with Microservice Architecture for scalable systems
• Proficient in SQL for database management and queries
• Understanding of Java NoSQL databases for non-relational data storage
• Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines for streamlined development and deployment
• Competence in unit testing to maintain code quality
• Familiarity with Amazon Web Services for deploying and managing applications in the cloud
• Experience using ReactJS for front-end development
• Advanced English communication skills, both written and spoken, at B2+ level or above

Nice to Have

• Experience with other cloud platforms or DevOps technologies
• Knowledge of containerization tools like Docker or Kubernetes
• Understanding of Agile frameworks and project tracking systems
• Awareness of security best practices in Java development
• Experience with optimizing and tuning performance for high-traffic applications

We Offer

• Opportunity to work remotely in Mexico
• Be part of a leading company in the tech industry
• Competitive compensation package

About the Company

EPAM Systems is a global software engineering and product development company that partners with many of the world’s leading organizations to deliver innovative solutions.