Lead Java Full Stack Engineer — Modernization & Risk

EPAM Systems; Katowice; Hybrid; PLN 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems is seeking a Lead Java Full Stack Engineer to accelerate modernization across credit risk workflows, model integration, and DB2 exit-adjacent data modernization. This role sits within the risk management function, collaborating with credit officers and risk stakeholders.

You will drive modernization of legacy models, integrate model runs with the analytics platform, and apply AI-assisted development tooling to accelerate delivery, while working in a hybrid setup with Poland-based

Qualifications

• 8+ years in full-stack software engineering with a Java-first profile.
• Proficiency in Python for model and analytics integration.
• Familiarity with GitHub Copilot as a primary AI development tool, with the Claude app as secondary.
• Understanding of credit risk workflows, model integration, and business rating systems.
• Background in data modernization initiatives including legacy database exit strategies such as DB2.
• English proficiency at B2 level or higher.

Responsibilities

• Drive modernization efforts across credit risk workflows and model integration processes
• Support the transition of legacy models to modernized architectures
• Integrate model runs initiated from business workflows with the analytics platform to return accurate ratings
• Contribute to data modernization initiatives, including DB2 exit work
• Collaborate with credit officers and risk management stakeholders to align technical solutions with business needs
• Plug directly into existing workflow modernization work with minimal ramp-up time
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools to accelerate the software development lifecycle
• Partner with model risk and front-office risk teams to ensure alignment across the broader risk function
• Deliver full-stack solutions that support an under-resourced function seeking to move faster

Skills

Java

Full-stack

Python

GitHub Copilot

Claude app

English (B2+)

AI-driven SDLC

Model integration

Tools

Git

DB2

AWS/Azure

Job description

EPAM Systems is seeking a Lead Java Full Stack Engineer to accelerate modernization across credit risk workflows, model integration, and DB2 exit-adjacent data modernization. This role sits within the risk management function, collaborating with credit officers and risk stakeholders.

You will drive modernization of legacy models, integrate model runs with the analytics platform, and apply AI-assisted development tooling to accelerate delivery, while working in a hybrid setup with Poland-based