Lead Software Developer - Java with AWS Cloud

EPAM Systems; India; On-site; INR 2,600,000 - 5,200,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems seeks a Lead Software Engineer specialized in Java and AWS to drive front-end applications, microservices, and cloud ecosystems. You will own technology solutions, guide multiple teams, and ensure robust, scalable architectures across data models, APIs, and governance.

The role demands hands-on expertise, strong communication, and the ability to operate in ambiguity while delivering clear, value-driven software deliveries. 8+ years of relevant experience is expected.

Qualifications

• 8+ years designing and developing front-end applications, microservices, and REST APIs.
• Background in Java, Node.js, and SpringBoot technologies, including APIs and microservices.
• Expertise in AWS Cloud services such as ECS, Lambda, DynamoDB, SQS, and Cloudwatch.
• Knowledge of databases like DynamoDB and Aurora.
• Skills in agile methodology and API testing tools.
• Understanding of monitoring tools like Splunk.
• Client-facing and strong communicative abilities with presentation skills.
• Attention to detail and capacity to work in ambiguity while maintaining structure.
• Team leadership with experience across multiple teams.
• Competency in removing technical fuzziness and delivering clear solutions.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership and accountability for the technology solutions and deliverables of the team.
• Provide technology thought leadership and guide the team in making informed decisions.
• Remove obstacles related to technology throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with architects and the CTO organization on governance and best practices.
• Address functional and non-functional requirements while building high-quality solutions.
• Contribute to and enhance designs, architectures, and frameworks.
• Oversee and ensure the quality of data models, API contracts, architecture, frameworks, and code.
• Assist with effort estimation, planning, priority setting, and identifying dependencies.
• Provide leadership and foster collaboration across multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Serve as a strong technologist with hands-on knowledge of AWS Cloud Native microservices architecture.

Skills

Leadership

Client-facing communication

Agile methodologies

Presentation skills

Ambiguity management

Tools

Java

Node.js

Spring Boot

Microservices

APIs

AWS

DynamoDB

Aurora

Python

Splunk

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Software Engineer specializing in Java and AWS Cloud solutions to join our dynamic team. This role demands someone with a blend of hands‑on expertise, technical leadership, and business acumen to drive impactful software deliveries for our front‑end applications, microservices, and cloud ecosystems.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership and accountability for the technology solutions and deliverables of the team
• Provide technology thought leadership and guide the team in making informed decisions
• Remove obstacles related to technology throughout the project lifecycle
• Collaborate with architects and the CTO organization on governance and best practices
• Address functional and non-functional requirements while building high-quality solutions
• Contribute to and enhance designs, architectures, and frameworks
• Oversee and ensure the quality of data models, API contracts, architecture, frameworks, and code
• Assist with effort estimation, planning, priority setting, and identifying dependencies
• Provide leadership and foster collaboration across multiple teams and stakeholders
• Serve as a strong technologist with hands‑on knowledge of AWS Cloud Native microservices architecture

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience designing and developing front‑end applications, microservices, and REST APIs
• Background in Java, Node.js, and SpringBoot technologies, including APIs and microservices
• Expertise in AWS Cloud services such as ECS, Lambda, DynamoDB, SQS, and Cloudwatch
• Knowledge of databases like DynamoDB and Aurora
• Skills in agile methodology and API testing tools
• Understanding of monitoring tools like Splunk
• Client‑facing and strong communicative abilities with presentation skills
• Attention to detail and capacity to work in ambiguity while maintaining structure
• Team leadership with experience collaborating across teams like Vanguard Database, CTO organization, and API Economy initiatives
• Competency in removing technical fuzziness and delivering clear solutions

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with Python programming
• Capability to work with data pipelines in a cloud-native environment
• Showcase of building solutions aligning business acumen with API economy

Technologies

• Backend – Java, Node.js, Spring Boot, Microservices, APIs
• Cloud – AWS (ECS, Lambda, SQS, Cloudwatch and other frequently used AWS services)
• Database – DynamoDB, Aurora
• Other language – Python (Optional)
• Monitoring – Splunk
• Testing – API Testing Tools