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 looking for a Lead Software Developer \- Java with AWS Cloud to lead hands\-on delivery of Java services and AWS Cloud solutions across modern platforms. You will steer decisions for front\-end applications, microservices, and REST APIs while strengthening governance and quality across the cloud ecosystem—apply now.

• *Responsibilities**

• Own the team’s technology solutions and be accountable for end\-to\-end deliverables
• Provide technical thought leadership and help the team make well\-informed choices
• Eliminate technology roadblocks across the full project lifecycle
• Partner with architects and the CTO organization to align on governance and best practices
• Translate functional and non\-functional requirements into high\-quality implementations
• Improve designs, architectures, and frameworks through active contribution
• Ensure quality across data models, API contracts, architecture, frameworks, and code
• Support estimation, planning, prioritization, and dependency identification
• Lead and strengthen collaboration across teams and stakeholders
• Act as a hands\-on technologist in AWS Cloud Native microservices architecture

• *Requirements**

• Proven track record of 8\+ years designing and building front\-end applications, microservices, and REST APIs
• Solid background in Java, Node.js, and SpringBoot technologies, including APIs and microservices
• Deep expertise in AWS Cloud services such as ECS, Lambda, DynamoDB, SQS, and Cloudwatch
• Hands\-on knowledge of databases like DynamoDB and Aurora
• Practical experience with agile methodology and API testing tools
• Working understanding of monitoring tools like Splunk
• Client\-facing communication skills with strong presentation abilities
• High attention to detail with the ability to operate in ambiguity while keeping structure
• Demonstrated team leadership collaborating with groups such as Vanguard Database, CTO organization, and API Economy initiatives
• Ability to remove technical fuzziness and deliver clear, actionable solutions

• *Nice to have**

• Familiarity with Python programming
• Ability to work with data pipelines in a cloud\-native environment
• Experience building solutions that connect 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.)