Java Tech Lead

EPAM Systems; Colombia; On-site; COP 120,000,000 - 180,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Certification courses

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

EPAM Systems in Colombia is seeking a Java Tech Lead to steer the design and delivery of scalable software. You will mentor teams, drive architectural decisions, and ensure delivery of business value while reducing technical debt.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, emphasize testing and CI/CD, containerization with Docker, and cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure). Strong English communication is required; Kubernetes and frontend experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in software development (Java).
• Expertise in Java (Java 11 or later).
• Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
• Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines and tools.
• Hands-on experience with Docker for containerization.
• Strong knowledge of unit testing and test-driven development.
• Experience with databases (SQL and NoSQL).
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and practices.
• B2 English level.

Responsibilities

• Lead development teams by providing technical guidance, balancing workloads, and ensuring effective collaboration.
• Lead advanced debugging efforts to resolve production and development issues.
• Ensure that products deliver business value, are completed on time, meet high-quality standards, and minimize technical debt.
• Act as a role model for colleagues, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement.
• Introduce and implement process improvements to enhance team efficiency and project outcomes.
• Participate in staff hiring, onboarding, and career development initiatives.
• Provide tactical vision and take technical responsibility for subsystems or entire projects.
• Work independently, take ownership of deliverables, and thoroughly test work using defined test cases.

Skills

Java

Java 11+

Cloud platforms

CI/CD

Docker

Unit testing / TDD

SQL NoSQL databases

Agile methodologies

English (B2)

Tools

Kubernetes

Angular/React

Job description

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Java Tech Lead to provide technical leadership for our engineering team, driving the design and delivery of high-quality software solutions. In this role, you will act as a mentor, innovator, and collaborator, ensuring our development processes and systems are optimized to meet business goals while delivering outstanding results.

Responsibilities

• Lead development teams by providing technical guidance, balancing workloads, and ensuring effective collaboration
• Lead advanced debugging efforts to resolve production and development issues
• Ensure that products deliver business value, are completed on time, meet high-quality standards, and minimize technical debt
• Act as a role model for colleagues, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement
• Introduce and implement process improvements to enhance team efficiency and project outcomes
• Participate in staff hiring, onboarding, and career development initiatives
• Provide tactical vision and take technical responsibility for subsystems or entire projects
• Work independently, take ownership of deliverables, and thoroughly test work using defined test cases

Requirements

• 8+ years of professional experience in software development (Java)
• Expertise in Java (Java 11 or later)
• Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
• Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines and tools
• Hands-on experience with Docker for containerization
• Strong knowledge of unit testing and test-driven development
• Experience with databases (SQL and NoSQL)
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and practices
• B2 English level

Nice to have

• Experience with Kubernetes for container orchestration
• Front-end development experience with frameworks like Angular or React

We offer

• 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.