Lead Full-Stack Software Engineer (Java + TypeScript)
Hybrid in Mexico: Estado de Jalisco, Guadalajara,
& 5 others
Java
& 10 others
Mexico: Estado de Jalisco, Guadalajara
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Lead Full-Stack Software Engineer (Java + TypeScript) to drive technical leadership and enhance software systems critical for Data Center planning. As a Lead, you will take ownership of complex features, mentor team members, and lead the development of scalable, high-performance solutions.
Responsibilities
- Guide and mentor a team of engineers, fostering technical growth and collaboration
- Collaborate with world-class engineers, architects, and product managers to design and build high-performance, scalable platforms for external customers
- Take ownership of complex technical challenges, breaking down requirements into actionable plans
- Communicate directly with clients on a daily basis to gather requirements, present progress, and provide strategic technical insights
- Analyze, design, implement, build, test, and support software solutions throughout the full development lifecycle
- Lead planning, estimation, and technical discussions to align the team’s efforts with product and project goals
- Develop clean, maintainable code in both Java and TypeScript, ensuring best practices and high quality through unit testing frameworks such as JUnit and Mockito
- Drive the adoption of modern front-end technologies, primarily Angular, React, or Vue, and lead efforts to evolve front-end standards
- Ensure the ongoing improvement of backend database management with SQL and spearhead performance optimization initiatives
- Facilitate effective integration and coordination with stakeholders and external systems
- Champion a culture of excellence in a modern, self-governing engineering team focused on cross-functional collaboration and autonomous work
- Prioritize tasks for the team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions on time while balancing competing technical and business priorities
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience overseeing full software development lifecycle from analysis to support
- 5+ years of hands-on development experience with Java
- 2+ years of experience working with modern frontend technology using TypeScript (Angular preferred, or React/Vue)
- At least 1 year of relevant leadership experience
- Proficiency in unit testing frameworks including JUnit 4 and Mockito, with the ability to guide team members in best practices
- Strong expertise in SQL for backend database management, including performance tuning and optimization
- Extensive background in JavaScript and TypeScript development, demonstrating deep technical skills and the ability to guide others
- Proven ability to lead and manage tasks across a team, ensuring autonomy while delivering business-critical results
- Exceptional English communication skills (B2+ level) and significant experience in client-facing roles, including presenting technical solutions
Nice to have
- In-depth familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and the ability to guide others in cloud-native solutions
- Expertise in Google Guice, Protocol Buffers, and Guava, with an ability to educate others in their use
- Practical experience with front-end testing frameworks such as Karma and Jasmine, ensuring high quality in UI development
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