Lead Java Developer

We are looking for a Lead Java Developer with a passion for quality demonstrated through Agile and TDD practices, someone who can build robust and scalable Java backend applications within the complex finance domain.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Java-based applications
• Design infrastructure and network topology solutions for innovative projects
• Apply best development practices to produce code and effectively utilize technologies
• Provide expertise and architectural assistance to other team members
• Build relationships with users and facilitate requirements gathering
• Resolve production issues and help maintain a stable production environment
• Lead technical design discussions with other Java Developers
• Ensure the development methodology is followed across the team

Requirements

• Experience in designing and implementing Java-based backend applications using Java 8 Spring and Spring Boot with 5+ years of experience
• Knowledge of database design and SQL including query optimization
• Skills in Object-Oriented analysis and design with understanding of design patterns clean code principles and concepts like OOD TDD BDD DDD and CI/CD
• Proficiency in software development lifecycle tools such as IntelliJ IDEA Git and Gradle
• Familiarity with additional development tools such as Maven Jenkins and JIRA
• Familiarity with debugging and performance tuning along with understanding of deploying maintaining and monitoring complex Java applications
• Knowledge of modern technical architectures and how to pragmatically leverage their benefits
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English

Nice to have

• Skills in GitHub ELK Stack and Kafka
• Familiarity with Docker Kubernetes Spring Batch and Spring Integration
• Familiarity with event-driven architectures stream processing and other JVM languages such as Groovy
• Hands-on experience in Agile methodologies such as Scrum Kanban and XP with exposure to UNIX/Linux environment and shell scripting
• Experience or interest in financial products

We offer

• We gather like-minded people:
  • Top tech minds driving innovation in AI, cloud and digital platform modernization
  • Supportive team and agile, startup-like culture
  • Hybrid by design mode and opportunity to work remotely within Poland
  • Chance to work abroad for up to 60 days annually
  • Business-driven relocation opportunities
• We provide growth opportunities:
  • Career development programs
  • Thought leadership, mentoring, soft skills and well-being programs
  • Certification (Anthropic, Gemini, GCP, Azure, AWS)
  • English classes
• We cover it all:
  • Stable pay
  • Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 15% discount
  • Benefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers)
  • Referral bonuses up to $2,000
  • Offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, coffee and more
  • Corporate, social and well-being events
• Please, note:
  • Benefits listed above are available to employees only
  • We are open for working with Contractors. Terms of B2B cooperation agreements are agreed individually
  • We will reach out to selected candidates exclusively

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.