Java Developer
Hybrid in Portugal: Distrito de Lisboa, Lisbon
Java
& 3 others
Portugal: Distrito de Lisboa, Lisbon
We are seeking a skilled Java Developer to join our team and contribute to the development of high-quality, scalable applications.
In this role, you will work on designing, implementing, and maintaining Java-based solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate is passionate about clean code, problem-solving, and delivering impactful software solutions.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications and microservices
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features
- Implement and manage RESTful APIs to ensure seamless integration with other systems
- Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices
- Conduct unit testing and ensure proper code quality using tools like Sonar and G-unit
- Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and reliability
- Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, ensuring system stability
- Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning and retrospectives
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
- At least 2 years of experience in programming and software development
- Strong knowledge of Java Core and the Java Spring framework
- Experience with designing and implementing RESTful APIs
- Familiarity with Java microservice infrastructure
- Hands-on experience with design and testing tools such as Sonar, NFR, and G-unit
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on production-level solutions
- Fluent English communication skills (written and spoken) at a B2 level or higher
Nice to have
- Understanding of client-server architectures, including low-level protocols, threads, event-driven systems, authentication, and cryptography
- Experience working with databases and messaging systems
- Familiarity with caching tools such as Redis
- Hands-on experience with API gateways and networking concepts
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins
- Experience with monitoring and logging tools such as Splunk
- Familiarity with event-streaming platforms like Apache Kafka
We offer/Benefits
- International projects with top brands
- Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
- Healthcare benefits
- Employee financial programs
- Paid time off and sick leave
- Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
- Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
- Global career opportunities
- Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
- EPAM Employee Groups
- Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn