Lead Java Developer
We are currently seeking a highly skilled remote Lead Java Developer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for troubleshooting, designing, implementing, and testing changes to ensure optimal system performance. Our client is a leading e-commerce company, and you will be working on their platform's back-end architecture.
This role requires expertise in Java, Amazon Web Services, SQL, and Spring Boot. You must be comfortable with testing techniques such as unit testing, end-to-end testing, and functional testing. You will also be expected to monitor and assess the system's performance, using tools such as Splunk for monitoring. Additionally, you will be responsible for updating the existing testing set and contributing to the knowledge base by adding or updating documentation and designs.
- Design and implement changes to the platform's back-end architecture
- Troubleshoot issues related to the platform's back-end architecture
- Oversee testing activities, including unit testing, end-to-end testing, and functional testing
- Monitor and assess the system's performance using tools such as Splunk
- Contribute to the knowledge base by adding or updating documentation and designs
- Collaborate with other developers, support engineers, and stakeholders to overcome impediments and ensure optimal system performance
- Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to other developers
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior developers
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in Java development
- Expertise in AWS RDS/PostgreSQL and database change management
- Knowledge of troubleshooting techniques such as reading logs and navigating Java code
- Experience with testing techniques such as unit testing, end-to-end testing, and functional testing
- Proficiency in Spring Boot
- Experience with Jira for project management and issue tracking
- Relevant leadership experience
- Familiarity with performance and scalability concepts
- Ability to monitor and assess system performance using tools such as Splunk
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English at a B2+ level
- Experience with DynamoDb
- Experience with other programming languages such as Python or Ruby
- Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes
- Experience with front-end technologies such as React or Angular
- Experience with agile methodologies
- 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