Lead Software Engineer - Java FS Angular

EPAM Systems; Chennai District; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in Chennai to design, build, and deliver scalable full‑stack solutions while guiding team members and coordinating with groups across functions. You will engage stakeholders, drive technical direction, and ensure robust quality across releases.

The role demands 8–12 years in software engineering with strong Java and Spring Boot, REST API design, and Microservices expertise, plus experience with Agile practices and effective communication in a

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of software engineering background with focus on Java and full‑stack development.
• Strong command of Java 8+, Spring Boot, and REST API design.
• Skilled in Microservices architecture.
• Capability in JUnit, JavaScript, and SQL.
• Solid grasp of software engineering best practices and design pattern usage.
• Working knowledge of Agile development approaches.
• Strong communication and analytical abilities.
• English proficiency at a B2 level or higher.

Responsibilities

• Engage directly with stakeholders to gather requirements, refine details, and showcase completed work.
• Write code that adheres to established standards and architectural guidelines.
• Carry out code reviews and offer direction to fellow team members.
• Build effective unit, acceptance, and integration test coverage.
• Partner with the Delivery Lead and Scrum Masters to support smooth, planned releases.
• Contribute to testing, training, and implementation stages across projects.
• Address non-functional requirements, including performance and security considerations.
• Work with multiple interface-related teams to confirm end-to-end functionality operates correctly.
• Produce high-quality deliverables while coordinating closely with cross-functional teams spanning various time zones.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

REST API

Microservices

JUnit

JavaScript

SQL

Agile

Communication

Analytical

Tools

Copilot

Job description

We're on the lookout for a Lead Software Engineer specializing in Java FS Angular to join our team, taking charge of designing, building, and delivering scalable full-stack solutions while guiding team members and coordinating with groups across different functions.

Responsibilities

• Engage directly with stakeholders to gather requirements, refine details, and showcase completed work
• Write code that adheres to established standards and architectural guidelines
• Carry out code reviews and offer direction to fellow team members
• Build effective unit, acceptance, and integration test coverage
• Partner with the Delivery Lead and Scrum Masters to support smooth, planned releases
• Contribute to testing, training, and implementation stages across projects
• Address non-functional requirements, including performance and security considerations
• Work with multiple interface-related teams to confirm end-to-end functionality operates correctly
• Produce high-quality deliverables while coordinating closely with cross-functional teams spanning various time zones

Requirements

• Between 8 and 12 years of software engineering background, with particular focus on Java and full-stack development
• Strong command of Java 8+, Spring Boot, and REST API design
• Skilled in Microservices architecture
• Capability in JUnit, JavaScript, and SQL
• Solid grasp of software engineering best practices and design pattern usage
• Working knowledge of Agile development approaches
• Strong communication and analytical abilities
• English proficiency at a B2 level or higher

Nice to have

• Familiarity with AI-powered tools such as Copilot