Lead Java Developer

EPAM Systems; Colombia; Híbrido; COP 120.000.000 - 180.000.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Learning & development

Global career opportunities

Hybrid work environment

Descripción de la vacante

EPAM Systems Inc in Colombia seeks a Lead Java Developer to own complex projects from concept to production rollout. You will shape architecture, guide technical strategy, and mentor engineers in a hybrid setting.

You will design and maintain Java/Spring Boot APIs within distributed systems, drive CI/CD, and collaborate across engineering, product, and business functions to deliver meaningful outcomes. Strong English communication required.

Formación

• 5+ years of experience with Java and Spring Boot.
• At least 1 year directing and overseeing development teams.
• Experience building APIs, microservices, and distributed system frameworks.
• Strong SQL and relational database skills.
• Practical AWS or cloud service experience.
• Familiar with event-driven architectures and Kafka.

Responsabilidades

• Design, implement, and maintain Java/Spring Boot solutions.
• Develop resilient APIs, microservices, and components in distributed systems.
• Lead projects from design to deployment and production support.
• Mentor engineers and drive code quality, testing, and CI/CD processes.
• Collaborate across engineering, product, and business teams.

Conocimientos

Java

Spring Boot

APIs

Microservices

Distributed systems

SQL

AWS

Kafka

Leadership

Communication

Herramientas

Docker

Kubernetes

Kafka

Descripción del empleo

We're currently expanding our organization and seeking a Lead Java Developer to join the team. This position is ideal for an experienced engineer prepared to take full ownership of sophisticated projects, guiding them from early conceptualization all the way to production rollout. You'll help design and refine services responsible for managing detailed investment data and distributed systems, where precision, reliability, and scalability remain top priorities. This role follows a hybrid format, with in-office presence expected four days per weekResponsibilitiesDesign, implement, and maintain software solutions grounded in Java and Spring Boot technologyDevelop resilient, scalable APIs, microservices, and components within distributed system architectureSteer projects through the entire engineering pipeline, from conceptual design and build-out to deployment and sustained production supportDiagnose and correct complex application and data-related obstacles using long-lasting resolutionsTake part in shaping architecture, contributing to technical strategy, reviewing code, driving quality assurance, and building out CI/CD processesHarness AWS and other cloud-native technologies to engineer dependable, scalable infrastructureCoordinate with colleagues across engineering, product, and business functions to deliver meaningful technical outcomesImpart technical expertise and mentor fellow engineers to help strengthen their skill setsRequirementsFive-plus years of applied, relevant experience working with Java and Spring BootAt least one year of experience directing and overseeing development teamsProven history developing APIs, microservices, and distributed system frameworksSolid command of software design fundamentals, testing methodologies, performance enhancement, and production stabilitySubstantial experience working with SQL and relational database systemsPractical background applying AWS or equivalent cloud service platformsFamiliarity with event-driven architecture patterns and associated tools such as KafkaStrong problem-solving, communication, and collaborative capabilities, combined with working English fluency at B2 level or higher, supporting precise understanding of business needs and their translation into technical solutionsDemonstrated capability to independently lead technical initiatives while maintaining complete ownership from initial concept through final deliveryNice to haveBackground working within financial services, investment management, or capital markets sectorsUnderstanding of Corporate Actions and associated investment lifecycle processesHands-on exposure to Kafka, Docker, Kubernetes, or comparable technologiesExperience building or modernizing complex, large-scale systemsWe offerInternational projects with top brandsWork with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peersHealthcare benefitsEmployee financial programsPaid time off and sick leaveUpskilling, reskilling and certification coursesUnlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ coursesGlobal career opportunitiesVolunteer and community involvement opportunitiesEPAM Employee GroupsAward-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedInEPAM 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.