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 recruiting a Lead Software Developer - Java with AWS Cloud to combine technical leadership and hands-on engineering across Java, REST APIs, and AWS Cloud services. You will partner with architects and the CTO organization, strengthen frameworks and governance, and unblock delivery—apply today.

Responsibilities

• Own the team’s technology solutions and remain accountable for delivery outcomes
• Offer technical thought leadership to guide sound team decisions
• Remove technology obstacles across all phases of the project lifecycle
• Align with architects and the CTO organization on governance and best practices
• Address functional and non-functional requirements to deliver high-quality solutions
• Contribute to strengthening designs, architectures, and frameworks
• Oversee quality for data models, API contracts, architecture, frameworks, and code
• Assist with effort estimates, planning, priority setting, and dependency discovery
• Provide leadership that drives collaboration across teams and stakeholders
• Serve as a hands-on expert in AWS Cloud Native microservices architecture

Requirements

• 8+ years of professional experience designing and developing front-end applications, microservices, and REST APIs
• Strong background in Java, Node.js, and SpringBoot technologies, including APIs and microservices
• Extensive experience with AWS Cloud services such as ECS, Lambda, DynamoDB, SQS, and Cloudwatch
• Knowledge of DynamoDB and Aurora databases
• Experience working with agile methodology and API testing tools
• Understanding of monitoring tools like Splunk
• Client-facing communication skills with strong presentation capability
• Attention to detail and ability to work in ambiguity while maintaining structure
• Leadership experience collaborating with teams like Vanguard Database, CTO organization, and API Economy initiatives
• Competency in removing technical fuzziness and delivering clear solutions

Nice to have

• Familiarity with Python programming
• Ability to work with cloud-native data pipelines
• Experience 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.)