Lead Java Full Stack Developer

We are seeking an experienced Lead Java Full Stack Developer to join our team and contribute to a cutting-edge platform. The platform you will work on is made up of a series of components providing next-generation valuation and risk management services.

Please note that this role requires 3 days in the office in "flex-hybrid" mode.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain full-stack applications across front-end and back-end layers
• Build and enhance distributed applications such as microservices and event-driven systems
• Leverage AI coding assistants like GitHub Copilot to improve development efficiency
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technical direction of the platform
• Ensure code quality through best practices, reviews, and testing
• Deliver features and enhancements under tight timelines in a fast-paced environment
• Take ownership of components from design through deployment and support
• Continuously learn and adapt to new technologies and evolving requirements

Requirements

• 10–12 years of overall software development experience preferred; strong candidates with 7–8 years of relevant hands-on experience will also be considered
• At least 1 year of relevant leadership experience
• Proficiency in Java
• Background in full-stack development covering both front-end and back-end
• Expertise in developing distributed applications such as microservices and event-driven systems
• Familiarity with GitHub Copilot or similar AI coding assistants in day-to-day development
• Understanding of cloud infrastructure
• Capability to work in a fast-paced environment and deliver under tight timelines
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Ownership mindset and willingness to learn and adapt
• English proficiency at an Upper-Intermediate level (B2) or higher

Nice to have

• Experience with applications deployed on Microsoft Azure
• Proficiency in Python
• Skills in ReactJS
• Familiarity with automation testing tools and frameworks

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 global leader in AI transformation engineering and integrated consulting, serving Forbes Global 2000 companies and ambitious startups. With over thirty years of expertise in custom software, product and platform engineering, we empower our clients to become AI-Native enterprises, driving measurable value from innovation and digital investments.

Tech stack

• Java
• Microservices
• full stack development
• Distributed systems
• Cloud
• Technical leadership
• Event-Driven Architecture