Lead Software Developer - Java with AWS Cloud

• 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 hiring a Lead Software Developer \- Java with AWS Cloud to drive technical delivery for Java\-based microservices and AWS Cloud components in a fast\-moving environment. You will guide architecture and implementation for REST APIs and front\-end integrations, ensuring robust quality and clear direction—apply today.

• *Responsibilities**

• Take accountability for the team’s technology outcomes and delivery commitments
• Set technical direction and mentor the team toward sound decisions
• Resolve technology impediments as they arise throughout the lifecycle
• Coordinate with architects and the CTO organization on governance and best practices
• Balance functional and non\-functional needs to deliver high\-quality solutions
• Shape and refine designs, architectures, and frameworks
• Review and uphold quality of data models, API contracts, architecture, frameworks, and code
• Guide estimation, delivery planning, prioritization, and dependency tracking
• Promote effective collaboration across multiple teams and stakeholders
• Demonstrate hands\-on expertise in AWS Cloud Native microservices architecture

• *Requirements**

• Extensive experience of 8\+ years designing and developing front\-end applications, microservices, and REST APIs
• Strong knowledge of Java, Node.js, and SpringBoot technologies for APIs and microservices
• Advanced proficiency with AWS Cloud services including ECS, Lambda, DynamoDB, SQS, and Cloudwatch
• Solid experience working with databases such as DynamoDB and Aurora
• Comfort with agile methodology and API testing tools in day\-to\-day delivery
• Familiarity with monitoring tools such as Splunk
• Excellent client\-facing communication and presentation skills
• Detail\-oriented approach with the ability to work through ambiguity while applying structure
• Leadership experience partnering across teams including Vanguard Database, CTO organization, and API Economy initiatives
• Clear capability to reduce technical ambiguity and produce crisp solutions

• *Nice to have**

• Working knowledge of Python programming
• Exposure to cloud\-native data pipelines
• Background building solutions that align business acumen with API economy

• *Technologies**

• Backend – Java, Node.js, Spring Boot, Microservices, APIs
• Cloud – AWS (ECS, Lambda, SQS, Cloudwatch and other frequently used AWS services)
• Database – DynamoDB, Aurora
• Other language – Python (Optional)
• Monitoring – Splunk
• Testing – API Testing Tools

• *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.)