Lead Software Engineer - Java with Spring Boot

About the Position

Lead Software Engineer - Java with Spring Boot

We are strengthening our platform team and need a Lead Software Engineer - Java with Spring Boot to deliver high-quality backend capabilities. You will own microservices design, build RESTful APIs, and support secure cloud deployments with Kubernetes, Docker, and Git/GitLab CI/CD-apply now.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver enterprise-grade applications using Java and Spring Boot
• Architect and implement cloud-deployed microservices-based solutions
• Build RESTful APIs and integrate backend services with frontend applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions are scalable and maintainable
• Lead technical reviews and provide mentorship to engineering team members
• Make architectural decisions that uphold quality, security, reliability, and compliance standards
• Apply Agile and DevOps best practices across the software development lifecycle
• Support and manage CI/CD pipelines for continuous delivery processes
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues across the application stack
• Use containerization and orchestration tools to deploy and manage services

Requirements

• Strong professional experience (5+ years) in designing and developing with Java 21, Quarkus, and Java/JEE
• In-depth expertise in Spring Boot, Spring Security, and JUnit
• Working knowledge of relational databases, including Oracle, Sybase, and PL/SQL
• Solid exposure to microservices architecture, Azure Cloud, and Serverless
• Hands-on proficiency with Kubernetes (pods, containers, services, and Istio)
• Experience working with Docker and Redis
• Proven ability to deliver RESTful APIs and integrate 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 DevOps and performance tuning

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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