Lead Java Developer Remote

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the Java development team, providing technical guidance and support
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement Java applications that meet business requirements
• Drive the adoption of best practices, coding standards, and development methodologies
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, performance, and maintainability
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues to ensure smooth application operations
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement efficient solutions

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in Java development, working on complex projects
• 1+ years of relevant leadership experience
• Proficiency in the Spring framework, including Core, MVC, and Boot, to build sophisticated Java applications
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and its benefits in large-scale systems
• Familiarity with Event-Driven Architecture and experience with Kafka as a messaging system
• Solid knowledge of application design principles and patterns to ensure maintainability and extensibility
• Experience with WebServices, particularly REST APIs, for seamless integration with other systems
• Familiarity with AWS cloud services, enabling efficient deployment and scalability
• Strong understanding of Agile and Scrum methodologies for efficient project management
• Proactive mindset, with the ability to identify and address potential challenges proactively
• Excellent problem-solving skills to tackle complex technical issues
• Good communication skills in spoken and written English(B2+) to collaborate effectively with the team

Nice to have

• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
• Familiarity with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra)
• Knowledge of front-end technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines

We offer

• Learning Culture - We want you to be the best version of yourself, that is why we offer unlimited access to learning platforms, a wide range of internal courses, and all the knowledge you need to grow professionally
• Health Coverage - Health and wellness are important, that is why we have you and up to four family members in a premiere health plan. We have a couple of options, so you can choose what is best for you and your family
• Visual Benefit - Seeing your work for us would be a sight for sore eyes. We want your vision to always be at 100% which is why we offer up to $200.000 COP for any visual health expenses
• Life Insurance Plan - We have partnered with MetLife to offer a full-coverage Ife insurance plan. So, your family is covered, even if you are gone
• Medical Leave Coverage - We are one of the few companies that cover 100% of your medical leave, for up to 90 days. Your health is the most important thing to us
• Professional Growth Opportunities - We have designed a highly competitive and complete development process, where you will have all the tools to get where you have always wanted to be, personally and professionally
• Stock Option Purchase Plan - As an EPAMer you can be more than just an employee, you will also have the opportunity to purchase stock at a reduced price and become a part owner of our organization
• Additional Income - Besides your regular salary, you will also have the chance to earn extra income by referring talent, being a technical interviewer, and many more ways
• Community Benefit - You will be part of a worldwide community of over 50,000 employees, where you can learn, challenge yourself, stand out, and share your knowledge and experience with multicultural teams!