Lead Fullstack Developer

EPAM Systems, Inc.; Gdańsk; Hybrid; PLN 200,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Multisport

Shopping vouchers

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Relocation opportunities

Remote work within Poland

Job summary

EPAM Systems, Inc. seeks a Lead Fullstack Developer to deliver complex web applications and mentor technical teams. The role focuses on Node.js backend and React or Angular frontend, with architectural work on AWS, GCP, or Azure.

Office presence is required at least 3 days per week in Krakow, Gdansk, Wroclaw, Katowice or Lodz, with hybrid remote options within Poland. Strong leadership and AI integration experience are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial software development experience shipping fullstack applications.
• Strong backend development experience with Node.js.
• Frontend experience with React or Angular.
• Hands-on cloud deployment on AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Practical AI experience and integration capabilities.
• Demonstrated leadership in mentoring engineers within Agile teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design, development, and deployment of fullstack apps.
• Mentor and coach cross-functional teams on code quality, testing, DevOps, and AI integration.
• Collaborate with product, UX, and business to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Evaluate and integrate AI/ML services to optimize workflows and user experiences.

Skills

Node.js

React

Angular

Cloud platforms

AI integration

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

GitHub

Job description

We are seeking a Lead Fullstack Developer with a proven ability to deliver complex web applications, guide technical teams, and leverage modern AI capabilities. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in either Node.js on the back end and React or Angular on the front end, and is comfortable architecting solutions on AWS, GCP, or Azure.Please note, office work at least 3 days from EPAM office in Krakow, Gdansk, Wroclaw, Katowice or Lodz is required.ResponsibilitiesLead the end-to-end design, development, and deployment of fullstack applications, ensuring performance, scalability, and securityMentor and coach cross-functional developers, establishing best practices around code quality, testing, DevOps, and AI integrationCollaborate with product, UX, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions that deliver measurable valueEvaluate and integrate AI/ML services where appropriate, optimizing workflows and customer experiences through automation and intelligenceRequirements5+ years of commercial software development experience with a strong track record of shipping fullstack applicationsAdvanced proficiency in back-end development with Node.jsExperienced in front-end development using React or AngularHands-on experience deploying and operating solutions on major cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)Practical AI experience (e.g., integrating generative AI APIs, building ML-powered features, deploying AI-enabled services, building GitHub Copilot custom agents, using Claude Code, doing MCPs development and integration, SDD (BMad, GitHub spec-kit), n8n, RAG, etc.)Demonstrated leadership in mentoring engineers, guiding architecture decisions, and managing code quality within agile teamsExperience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), automated testing, and observability best practicesExcellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholdersWe offerWe gather like-minded people:Top tech minds driving innovation in AI, cloud and digital platform modernizationSupportive team and agile, startup-like cultureHybrid by design mode and opportunity to work remotely within PolandChance to work abroad for up to 60 days annuallyBusiness-driven relocation opportunitiesWe provide growth opportunities:Career development programsThought leadership, mentoring, soft skills and well-being programsCertification (Anthropic, Gemini, GCP, Azure, AWS)English classesWe cover it all:Stable payParticipation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 15% discountBenefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers)Referral bonuses up to $2,000Offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, coffee and moreCorporate, social and well-being eventsPlease, note:Benefits listed above are available to employees onlyWe are open for working with Contractors. Terms of B2B cooperation agreements are agreed individuallyWe will reach out to selected candidates exclusivelyEPAM is global leader in AI transformation engineering and integrated consulting, serving Forbes Global 2000 companies and ambitious startups. With over thirty years of expertise in custom software, product and platform engineering, we empower our clients to become AI-Native enterprises, driving measurable value from innovation and digital investments.