Lead Java Developer
- Role
- Backend
- Experience
- Lead
- Employment
- Contract
Open to MX only. Set where you work from to check your eligibility.
No BS summary
Lead Java Developer (contract) required to be located in Mexico. Requires 5+ years software engineering experience and 1+ year leading a team of 5+; strong Java (Java 8) and Spring Boot backend skills, RESTful APIs and microservices. Familiarity with SQL, NoSQL, CI/CD, AWS and B2+ English.
Core skills
Required skills
Optional skills
Optional languages
We are looking for a Lead Java Developer to become an integral part of our team.
This position offers the chance to step into a leadership capacity, shape technical direction, and influence the delivery of impactful solutions. You will work alongside skilled colleagues and play a key role in driving project outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Direct the architecture and development of robust backend solutions
- Supervise the rollout of new functionalities and system improvements
- Mentor team members on coding standards and architectural principles
- Collaborate with other departments to achieve project milestones
- Uphold high standards of code quality through code reviews and guidance
- Organize project schedules and assign responsibilities within the team
- Facilitate the integration of external APIs and services
- Analyze and resolve application performance issues
- Promote a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement
- Research and suggest adoption of new technologies and tools
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience
- At least 5 years of hands-on experience in software engineering
- Minimum one year of experience leading or managing a team of five or more people
- Strong command of Java Core and Java 8 for backend application development
- Practical experience with Spring Boot for enterprise-level projects
- In-depth knowledge of designing and building RESTful APIs
- Experience working with Microservice Architecture for scalable systems
- Proficient in SQL for database management and queries
- Understanding of Java NoSQL databases for non-relational data storage
- Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines for streamlined development and deployment
- Competence in unit testing to maintain code quality
- Familiarity with Amazon Web Services for deploying and managing applications in the cloud
- Experience using ReactJS for front-end development
- Advanced English communication skills, both written and spoken, at B2+ level or above
Nice to have
- Experience with other cloud platforms or DevOps technologies
- Knowledge of containerization tools like Docker or Kubernetes
- Understanding of Agile frameworks and project tracking systems
- Awareness of security best practices in Java development
- Experience with optimizing and tuning performance for high-traffic applications
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
EPAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
What you'll do
- Direct the architecture and development of robust backend solutions
- Supervise the rollout of new functionalities and system improvements
- Mentor team members on coding standards and architectural principles
- Facilitate the integration of external APIs and services
- Analyze and resolve application performance issues
What they require
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience
- At least 5 years of hands-on experience in software engineering
- Minimum one year of experience leading or managing a team of five or more people
- Strong command of Java Core and Java 8; practical experience with Spring Boot; in-depth knowledge of designing and building RESTful APIs
- Experience working with Microservice Architecture; proficient in SQL and understanding of NoSQL databases; experience implementing CI/CD pipelines; familiarity with AWS
Benefits
- International projects with top brands
- Healthcare benefits
- Employee financial programs
- Paid time off and sick leave
- Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
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