About the Position

We're currently expanding our organization and seeking a Lead Java Developer to join the team. This position is ideal for an experienced engineer prepared to take full ownership of sophisticated projects, guiding them from early conceptualization all the way to production rollout. You'll help design and refine services responsible for managing detailed investment data and distributed systems, where precision, reliability, and scalability remain top priorities. This role follows a hybrid format, with in-office presence expected four days per week.

Skills

Java
Spring Boot
SQL
APIs and Integration
Cloud Native Development
Event-based solutions
Java Microservice Infrastructure
CI/CD
Docker
Kubernetes

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain software solutions grounded in Java and Spring Boot technology
Develop resilient, scalable APIs, microservices, and components within distributed system architecture
Steer projects through the entire engineering pipeline, from conceptual design and build-out to deployment and sustained production support
Diagnose and correct complex application and data-related obstacles using long-lasting resolutions
Take part in shaping architecture, contributing to technical strategy, reviewing code, driving quality assurance, and building out CI/CD processes
Harness AWS and other cloud-native technologies to engineer dependable, scalable infrastructure
Coordinate with colleagues across engineering, product, and business functions to deliver meaningful technical outcomes
Impart technical expertise and mentor fellow engineers to help strengthen their skill sets

Requirements

Five-plus years of applied, relevant experience working with Java and Spring Boot
At least one year of experience directing and overseeing development teams
Proven history developing APIs, microservices, and distributed system frameworks
Solid command of software design fundamentals, testing methodologies, performance enhancement, and production stability
Substantial experience working with SQL and relational database systems
Practical background applying AWS or equivalent cloud service platforms
Familiarity with event-driven architecture patterns and associated tools such as Kafka
Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaborative capabilities, combined with working English fluency at B2 level or higher, supporting precise understanding of business needs and their translation into technical solutions
Demonstrated capability to independently lead technical initiatives while maintaining complete ownership from initial concept through final delivery

Nice to Have

Background working within financial services, investment management, or capital markets sectors
Understanding of Corporate Actions and associated investment lifecycle processes
Hands-on exposure to Kafka, Docker, Kubernetes, or comparable technologies
Experience building or modernizing complex, large-scale systems

We Offer

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

About the Company

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