Lead Java Developer

About the Position

We are seeking a Lead Java Developer to guide two cross-vendor engineering teams in the development and maintenance of a complex portal solution. This role demands a technically strong and independent leader capable of managing tight project constraints and fostering collaboration across diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities11

• Lead two cross-vendor teams in the design, development, testing and maintenance of the portal
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, mentorship and knowledge sharing within the teams
• Conduct regular code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards
• Maintain effective communication across QA, BA and Management
• Coordinate with project management and vendor teams to ensure timely and high-quality delivery within limited resources
• Drive the design and implementation of portal solutions using SQL and React
• Engage in hands-on coding, review pull requests and actively contribute to the project's codebase
• Ensure integration of the portal with other systems using various APIs and services
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to portal performance, functionality and integrations
• Design, maintain and optimize SQL database schemas related to the portal
• Ensure data integrity, security and efficient data retrieval

Requirements7

• 5+ years of experience in Java
• Leadership experience of at least 3 years managing teams of more than 5 people
• Knowledge of Microservices, REST API and Hibernate
• Proficiency in SQL and React with at least 1 year of React experience
• Understanding of design patterns and delivery methodologies such as Waterfall and Scrum
• Strong communication skills
• English proficiency at B2 level or higher

Benefits21

• Work on a flexible schedule remotely or from any of our comfortable offices or coworking spaces in Ukraine
• Receive the necessary equipment to perform your work tasks
• Change projects and technology stacks within EPAM
• Gain experience in various business domains (Insurance, E-commerce, Healthcare, Finance, Travelling, Media, Artificial Intelligence, and more)
• Relocation opportunities may be available for eligible candidates, depending on the role and openings at other EPAM locations
• Participate in volunteer, charity programs and communities (both technical and interest-based)
• You can plan your individual career path together with your manager
• Receive regular feedback from colleagues
• Improve your English for free with certified teachers (Speaking Clubs, client interview preparation courses, etc.)
• Get the opportunity to undergo free training and certification in AWS, GCP, or Azure Clouds
• Use the internal E-learn training program (18,200+ specialized training and mentoring programs)
• Access corporate accounts on LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract and other partner resources
• Study at EPAM Solution Architecture School with the instructors who are practicing architects
• Develop as a leader, join Delivery Management, Resource Management, Leadership Essentials school and more
• Participate in internal communities (500+ meetups, technical discussions, brainstorming sessions, online events and conferences annually)
• Vacation and sick leave (including a sick leave without a medical certificate)
• A wide range of Voluntary Medical Insurance programs providing both medical treatment and various preventive options (including sports activities)
• Medical insurance for family members at corporate rates
• Company support during significant life events (childbirth or adoption, marriage, etc.)
• Support for psychological comfort: discounts on services from mental health specialists or coaches, thematic training
• E-kids program - a free programming language training program for EPAMers' children