Senior/Lead Java Developer

EPAM Systems; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESPP

Life insurance

Income protection

Private medical insurance

Dental care

Employee Assistance Program

Pension plan

Cyclescheme/Techscheme/Season ticket

Lunch/ massages/ social events

In-house training and coaching

Job summary

EPAM Systems in London is seeking an experienced Java Developer for a hybrid role. You will design, develop and maintain complex Java and Python-based applications, mentor developers and lead technical initiatives while collaborating with multi-national teams across the globe.

The role focuses on data-intensive systems, performance optimization and delivering robust, scalable software in a dynamic environment. EPAM offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of proven experience in Core Backend Software Development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain complex Java and Python based applications and services using industry-standard methodologies and tools
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Skills

Core Java

JVM Profiling

CI/CD

Algorithms & Data Structures

Relational Databases

Problem Solving

Backend Development

Jenkins

GitLab

Tools

Jenkins

GitLab

Job description

Join EPAM as a Java Developer in a hybrid role based in London. Work on complex, data-intensive systems while collaborating with multi-national teams across the globe. You'll architect innovative solutions, mentor talented developers and lead technical initiatives using cutting-edge technologies. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about solving complex problems. Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working while advancing your career with a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain complex Java and Python based applications and services using industry-standard methodologies and tools
• Architect new systems or reuse existing systems that drive complex applications
• Collaborate with Product Managers, UX teams and Software Engineers around the globe to deliver outstanding products
• Engage actively from requirements gathering and design to the final stages of testing and deployment
• Establish and maintain automated tests to guarantee applications are robust, scalable and secure
• Proactively solve production issues, deduce root causes and implement timely fixes or workarounds
• Perform code reviews to ensure applications meet or exceed specified standards and objectives
• Deliver Level 3 production support by efficiently diagnosing and resolving issues to minimize disruption to business operations
• Analyse incidents, identify root causes, implement preventive measures and deliver timely fixes

Requirements

• 8+ years of proven experience in Core Backend Software Development
• Excellent algorithm and problem-solving skills
• Ability to convert business use cases and problems into technical solutions
• Ability to learn quickly, creative, results driven, self-motivated and solutions oriented
• Demonstrates a can-do demeanour, leads change and thinks strategically
• Experience in CI/CD tools and automation (Jenkins/GitLab or similar DevOps tooling)
• Experience working on Performance Optimizations and JVM Profiling
• Extensive hands‑on experience in Core Java with good understanding of Data Structures and Algorithms
• Strong knowledge of Relational Databases (Oracle/SQL Server/PostgreSQL)
• Proficiency in DevOps (CI/CD)

We offer

• EPAM Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Protection benefits including life assurance, income protection and critical illness cover
• Private medical insurance and dental care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Competitive group pension plan
• Cyclescheme, Techscheme and season ticket loans
• Various perks such as free Wednesday lunch in-office, on-site massages and regular social events
• Learning and development opportunities including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, and courses
• If otherwise eligible, participation in the discretionary annual bonus program
• If otherwise eligible and hired into a qualifying level, participation in the discretionary Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program