Lead Software Engineer - Java with Spring Boot

About the Position

We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer - Java with Spring Boot to design and develop robust, scalable backend solutions. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Java technologies, microservices architecture, and cloud platforms, while contributing to architectural decisions and ensuring high standards of quality, security, and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop enterprise-grade applications using Java and Spring Boot
• Architect and implement microservices-based solutions deployed on cloud platforms
• Build and integrate RESTful APIs to connect backend services with frontend applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and maintainable solutions
• Lead code reviews and provide technical guidance to engineering team members
• Contribute to architectural decisions ensuring solutions meet quality, security, reliability, and compliance standards
• Apply best practices in Agile and DevOps throughout the software development lifecycle
• Manage CI/CD pipelines and support continuous delivery processes
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the application stack
• Work with containerization and orchestration tools to deploy and manage services

Requirements

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in design and development using Java 21, Quarkus, and Java/JEE
• Expertise in Spring Boot, Spring Security, and JUnit
• Knowledge of relational databases such as Oracle, Sybase, and PL/SQL
• Background in microservices architecture, Azure Cloud, and Serverless
• Proficiency in Kubernetes with a good understanding of pods, containers, services, and Istio
• Experience working with Docker and Redis
• Skills in RESTful APIs and integrating backend with frontend
• Familiarity with Git/GitLab CI/CD pipelines and Agile methodologies
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field

Nice to Have

• Understanding of UI technologies including HTML5, CSS3, and React (including Hooks)
• Familiarity with JavaScript and TypeScript
• Experience with performance tuning and DevOps

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.)

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