Lead Fullstack Developer

EPAM Systems; Poland; On-site; PLN 240,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems seeks a Lead Fullstack Developer to deliver complex web applications, guide technical teams, and apply AI capabilities. You will architect solutions using Node.js on the back end and React or Angular on the front end, with deployments on AWS, GCP, or Azure.

The role requires 5+ years of commercial software development, leadership, and strong CI/CD, Docker/Kubernetes, and observability practices. Office work is required at EPAM offices in Krakow, Gdansk, Wroclaw, Katowice or Lodz.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial software development experience with a track record of shipping fullstack applications.
• Advanced back-end proficiency with Node.js.
• Front-end experience with React or Angular.
• Hands-on cloud deployment on AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Practical AI experience (integrating AI APIs, ML-powered features, AI-enabled services).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design, development, and deployment of fullstack applications.
• Mentor cross-functional developers and establish best practices in code quality, testing, DevOps, and AI integration.
• Collaborate with product, UX, and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Evaluate and integrate AI/ML services to optimize workflows and customer experiences.

Skills

Node.js

React

Angular

AWS

GCP

Azure

Docker

Kubernetes

AI integration

Leadership

Tools

GitHub Copilot

CI/CD

Observability

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.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end design, development, and deployment of fullstack applications, ensuring performance, scalability, and security
• Mentor and coach cross-functional developers, establishing best practices around code quality, testing, DevOps, and AI integration
• Collaborate with product, UX, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions that deliver measurable value
• Evaluate and integrate AI/ML services where appropriate, optimizing workflows and customer experiences through automation and intelligence

Requirements

• 5+ years of commercial software development experience with a strong track record of shipping fullstack applications
• Advanced proficiency in back-end development with Node.js
• Experienced in front-end development using React or Angular
• Hands‑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 teams
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), automated testing, and observability best practices
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders