Job Description, Responsibilities & Requirements
About the Position
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Java Developer to join our team and lead the development of innovative solutions while adhering to best practices, security standards, and the software development lifecycle.
Responsibilities
- Drive development using Core Java 17 and contribute to potential migrations to future versions like Java 21
- Integrate AI capabilities into products, collaborating closely with AI engineers
- Work on front-end development with Angular at an intermediate level
- Develop and maintain APIs while adhering to best practices and OpenAPI specifications
- Implement features based on defined user stories and adherence to the Definition of Done (DoD)
- Perform unit testing to ensure high-quality, bug-free code
- Conduct code reviews to maintain coding standards and ensure high code quality
- Enable and participate in SCRUM ceremonies to ensure effective collaboration within the team
- Prepare accurate estimations and lead planning sessions
- Mentor and support junior developers while fostering collaboration with team members
Requirements
- 4+ years of experience in Java backend development
- Minimum 3 years of experience in Core Java, including expertise in Java 17
- Knowledge of frameworks such as Spring Boot 3.3.x
- Competency in API development and best practices for building services
- Hands-on work with AI coding/agent tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, or similar)
- Understanding of OpenAPI specifications
- Background with PySpark/Databricks to support low to medium complexity Databricks Pipelines
- Familiarity with DevOps concepts, clean code, and other programming best practices
- Certification in relevant Java-related areas is highly valued
- English proficiency level B2 or higher
Nice to Have
- Familiarity with Azure as a cloud concept
About the Company
EPAM Systems is a global software engineering and product development company that partners with the world’s leading brands to deliver technology solutions that drive digital transformation.