Senior Forward-Deployed Engineer - Full Stack (Java/Python/React/Azure)

EPAM Systems; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Forward-Deployed Engineer to join in a hybrid mode. You will be embedded with the client team as a versatile full-stack generalist bridging business and engineering.

You will rapidly prototype solutions, debug production issues on-site, and transform evolving client requirements into practical, high-quality implementations across the full tech stack.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering client-facing software projects.
• Strong proficiency in Java Spring Boot and/or Python FastAPI.
• Hands-on front-end with React.js/Next.js.
• Database design with PostgreSQL.
• Experience deploying on Azure and cloud-native environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate directly with client stakeholders to translate requirements into working solutions.
• Develop and maintain full-stack applications using Java Spring Boot or Python FastAPI.
• Build React.js/Next.js front-ends and ensure responsive UX.
• Design and manage PostgreSQL schemas and queries.
• Deploy and maintain apps on Microsoft Azure with CI/CD.
• Prototype features rapidly to accelerate decisions and validate concepts.
• Debug production issues under tight timelines ensuring stability.

Skills

Client-facing

Bi-lingual

Full-stack

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in CS/IS/Statistics

Tools

Java Spring Boot

Python FastAPI

React.js/Next.js

PostgreSQL

Azure

CI/CD

Job description

We're looking for a Senior Forward-Deployed Engineer to join our team in Abu Dhabi in a hybrid working mode. This is a client-facing role embedded directly with the client team, requiring a versatile full-stack generalist who can bridge business and engineering. You will rapidly prototype solutions, debug production issues on-site and transform evolving client requirements into practical, high-quality technical implementations. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on engineer comfortable operating across the full technical stack and working independently in an intensive, delivery-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate directly with client stakeholders to translate business requirements into working solutions
• Develop and maintain full-stack applications using Java (Spring Boot) or Python (FastAPI) for backend services
• Build React.js/Next.js-based front-end interfaces, ensuring responsive and seamless user experiences
• Design and manage PostgreSQL databases, including schema design and query optimization
• Deploy and maintain applications on Microsoft Azure, leveraging cloud-native capabilities for scalability and security
• Rapidly prototype features to validate concepts and accelerate decision-making
• Debug and resolve production issues under tight timelines while ensuring system stability
• Deliver in agile/hybrid methodologies while maintaining clear documentation and knowledge transfer

Requirements

• Proven experience delivering client-facing software engineering projects, preferably in embedded roles
• Strong proficiency in Java with Spring Boot and/or Python with FastAPI frameworks
• Hands-on experience with React.js/Next.js front-end development
• Solid understanding of PostgreSQL and relational database design principles
• Familiarity with Azure cloud services, CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native environments
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills in a consultative, fast-paced setting
• Fluency in English and Arabic
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics or a related field