Lead Software Engineer – Java with AWS

EPAM Systems; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in India with expertise in Java and AWS to drive front-end applications, microservices, and cloud ecosystems. The role blends hands-on development with technical leadership to deliver high-quality software.

You will own solutions, guide teams, collaborate with architects and the CTO organization, manage requirements, and mentor across multiple teams while shaping governance and best practices.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Team leadership

Communication skills

Agile methodologies

API testing

Client-facing

Tools

Spring Boot

Microservices

APIs

Splunk

API testing tools

DynamoDB

Aurora

AWS

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

We offer

• Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies
• Vast opportunities for self‑development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications
• Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms
• Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long‑term projects
• Focused individual development
• Benefit package:
  • Health benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible benefits
• Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi‑national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting‑edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.