Lead Software Engineer - Java with Azure

Job description

*EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.* We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced **Lead Software Engineer** to spearhead the design, development, and maintenance of cutting-edge backend systems and microservices. The ideal candidate will excel in Java development, possess deep familiarity with cloud technologies (Azure), and have a proven track record of working in agile, collaborative environments. **Responsibilities** - Design, develop, and maintain applications using Java (Spring Boot and Microservices) - Take ownership of features from concept to deployment, ensuring high performance and scalability - Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle — from analysis and design to testing and release - Write clean, testable, reusable code, and conduct thorough code reviews to ensure high-quality standards - Troubleshoot and resolve backend or frontend issues across various environments - Build and consume RESTful APIs for seamless frontend-backend integration - Optimize application performance on the backend (API latency, database queries) - Contribute to CI/CD pipelines - Work effectively in Agile/Scrum teams, actively participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives **Requirements** - Total 8+ years of development work experience - 8+ years of professional experience in full-stack development using Java (Spring Boot) and Azure - Hands-on development experience with Java and Spring Framework - Good knowledge of APIs and microservices architecture - Strong proficiency in: Java 17, Spring Boot 3.1.2, Spring Framework 6.0.7, Hibernate, RESTful API design, and modular frontend architecture - Experience in implementing CI/CD pipelines (Azure Pipeline, Jenkins, GitLab CI) - Good understanding of microservices and event-driven architecture - Working knowledge of cloud environments, especially Azure (e.g., Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Functions (serverless)) - Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills across the stack - Ability to work collaboratively in Agile/Scrum teams and communicate effectively - English proficiency at a B2 level to ensure effective communication and documentation **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.)