We are seeking a seasoned Lead Java Developer to join our team and spearhead the design, development, and delivery of high‑quality, scalable solutions. In this position, you will lead technical initiatives, mentor team members, and partner with stakeholders to build robust applications leveraging modern Java technologies and microservice architectures.
Responsibilities
- Spearhead the design and development of scalable Java‑based applications and microservices
- Architect and build microservice infrastructure following industry best practices
- Direct the team in adopting and applying Spring framework modules effectively
- Partner with front‑end developers to integrate React‑based interfaces with backend services
- Establish and enforce coding standards, best practices, and architectural guidelines
- Supervise deployment strategies leveraging containerization and orchestration tools
- Mentor and coach junior and mid‑level developers, running code reviews and knowledge‑sharing sessions
- Engage closely with product managers, architects, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions
- Resolve complex technical issues across the full stack
- Promote continuous improvement in development processes, tools, and infrastructure
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in Core Java development and Java bootstrapping frameworks
- At least 1 year of relevant leadership experience
- Strong understanding of microservices architecture, with hands‑on experience in Java microservice infrastructure and related tools
- Proficiency in Spring Boot, Spring Core, and Spring MVC
- Background in Spring WebFlux, Spring Session, and Spring Data
- Skills in Spring Batch, Spring Security, and Spring Integration
- Familiarity with Spring HATEOAS
- Knowledge of React, Redux, and Redux Saga
- Competency in React Hook Form and Next.js
- Understanding of Kubernetes, Helm, and Docker
- Capability to work with Terraform for infrastructure provisioning
- Qualifications in SQL and NoSQL databases
- Showcase of building REST, SOAP, and Web Services
- English language proficiency at an Upper‑Intermediate level (B2) or higher
Benefits
- Learning Culture – unlimited access to learning platforms, internal courses, and professional growth resources
- Health Coverage – health and wellness are important; coverage extends to you and up to four family members under a premium health plan with flexible options
- Visual Benefit – up to $200.000 COP for any visual health expenses
- Life Insurance Plan – full‑coverage Ife insurance via MetLife
- Medical Leave Coverage – 100% coverage for medical leave, up to 90 days
- Professional Growth Opportunities – competitive development process with all necessary tools
- Stock Option Purchase Plan – opportunity to purchase stock at a reduced price
- Additional Income – chance to earn extra income through referrals, technical interviewing, and other avenues
- Community Benefit – worldwide community of over 50,000 employees for learning and collaboration
EPAM Systems