Lead Software Developer - Java with AWS Cloud

About the Position

We are seeking a Lead Software Developer - Java with AWS Cloud to combine technical leadership with hands-on engineering across Java services and AWS Cloud-native microservices. You will help the team deliver well-governed REST APIs and integrated front-end capabilities while improving architecture and quality-apply now.

Responsibilities

• Own delivery and accountability for the team’s technology solutions
• Drive technical decision-making by providing thought leadership and guidance
• Clear technology obstacles from discovery through release
• Collaborate with architects and the CTO organization to follow governance and best practices
• Incorporate functional and non-functional requirements to build high-quality solutions
• Contribute improvements to designs, architectures, and frameworks
• Validate quality of data models, API contracts, architecture, frameworks, and code
• Assist with estimating work, planning, setting priorities, and mapping dependencies
• Foster strong collaboration across teams and key stakeholders
• Apply hands-on knowledge of AWS Cloud Native microservices architecture to delivery

Requirements

• Demonstrated 8+ years of experience designing and delivering front-end applications, microservices, and REST APIs
• Strong expertise in Java, Node.js, and SpringBoot technologies spanning APIs and microservices
• In-depth experience using AWS Cloud services including ECS, Lambda, DynamoDB, SQS, and Cloudwatch
• Working knowledge of DynamoDB and Aurora database technologies
• Practical skills in agile methodology and usage of API testing tools
• Experience with monitoring tools such as Splunk
• Strong communication and presentation abilities in client-facing settings
• Ability to maintain precision and structure while working in ambiguous situations
• Leadership capability collaborating with teams like Vanguard Database, CTO organization, and API Economy initiatives
• Skill in clarifying technical uncertainty into clear solutions

Nice to Have

• Python programming familiarity
• Experience supporting data pipelines in a cloud-native environment
• Ability to build solutions that connect business acumen with API economy

We Offer

• 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
• Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)