Senior Forward-Deployed Engineer Full Stack (JavaPythonReactAzure)

EPAM Systems Inc; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; AED 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems Inc in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Forward-Deployed Engineer. The role blends client interaction with hands-on full-stack delivery across Java/Spring Boot or Python/FastAPI, front-end work, and database design.

You will work hybrid with on-site client teams, prototyping features and solving complex production issues. You should be fluent in English and Arabic, and comfortable in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering client-facing software projects.
• Proficiency in Java/Spring Boot or Python/FastAPI.
• Front-end development experience.
• Strong PostgreSQL and relational DB design knowledge.
• Familiarity with Azure cloud services and CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with client stakeholders to translate requirements into solutions.
• Develop and maintain full-stack apps in Java/Spring Boot or Python/FastAPI.
• Build responsive front-end interfaces for good UX.
• Design and manage PostgreSQL databases with efficient queries.
• Deploy and operate apps on Azure with cloud-native practices.
• Prototype features rapidly to validate concepts for decisions.
• Debug production issues under tight timelines maintaining stability.
• Deliver in agile/hybrid methods with clear documentation.

Skills

Full-stack development

Java (Spring Boot)

Python (FastAPI)

Front-end development

PostgreSQL

Azure cloud

CI/CD pipelines

Client-facing

English & Arabic

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or Information Systems or Statistics

Tools

Azure Cloud Services

CI/CD pipelines

Relational DB design

Job description

Were 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 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 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
• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science Information Systems Statistics or a related field

Required Experience:

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