Lead Software Engineer - Java

EPAM Systems; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 8,000,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems in Hyderabad is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to drive backend design, development and maintenance of microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and Azure.

You will own features end-to-end, participate in SDLC, implement REST APIs, optimize performance, and contribute to CI/CD in Agile/Scrum environments.

Strong Java, cloud, and collaboration skills are required; English communication at a suitable level is expected.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of development experience, including full-stack Java and Azure.
• Strong Java 17, Spring Boot 3.1.2, Spring Framework 6.x, Hibernate.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices architectures.
• Proficient in CI/CD pipelines using Azure, Jenkins or GitLab CI.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration in Agile/Scrum.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend systems using Java and Spring Boot.
• Own features end-to-end from concept to deployment with high performance.
• Participate in all SDLC phases with rigorous code reviews.
• Build and consume REST APIs for frontend integration.
• Optimize API latency and database queries; troubleshoot across stacks.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and cloud deployment on Azure.
• Collaborate in Agile/Scrum teams and document effectively.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Azure

Microservices

REST APIs

CI/CD

Agile/Scrum

English communication

Tools

Azure Pipeline

Jenkins

GitLab CI

AKS

Databricks

Job description

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Software Engineer to spearhead the design, development, and maintenance of cutting-edge backend systems and microservices. The ideal candidate will excel in Java development, possess deep familiarity with cloud technologies (Azure), and have a proven track record of working in agile, collaborative environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain applications using Java (Spring Boot and Microservices)
• Take ownership of features from concept to deployment, ensuring high performance and scalability
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle - from analysis and design to testing and release
• Write clean, testable, reusable code, and conduct thorough code reviews to ensure high-quality standards
• Troubleshoot and resolve backend or frontend issues across various environments
• Build and consume RESTful APIs for seamless frontend-backend integration
• Optimize application performance on the backend (API latency, database queries)
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines
• Work effectively in Agile/Scrum teams, actively participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives

Requirements

• Total 8+ years of development work experience
• 8+ years of professional experience in full-stack development using Java (Spring Boot) and Azure
• Hands-on development experience with Java and Spring Framework
• Good knowledge of APIs and microservices architecture
• Strong proficiency in: Java 17, Spring Boot 3.1.2, Spring Framework 6.0.7, Hibernate, RESTful API design, and modular frontend architecture
• Experience in implementing CI/CD pipelines (Azure Pipeline, Jenkins, GitLab CI)
• Good understanding of microservices and event-driven architecture
• Working knowledge of cloud environments, especially Azure (e.g., Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Functions (serverless))
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills across the stack
• Ability to work collaboratively in Agile/Scrum teams and communicate effectively
• English proficiency at a B2 level to ensure effective communication and documentation