Software Engineer (Java Backend)

EPAM Systems; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems in Singapore is seeking a Java Backend Developer to design and build scalable microservices and event-driven services. You will develop RESTful APIs, work with Kafka for messaging, and deploy cloud-native workloads on Microsoft Azure.

The role requires strong Java skills, PostgreSQL design capabilities, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Join EPAM Singapore to work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to secure APIs, improve performance, and maintain production

Qualifications

• Proficient in Java back-end development with clean coding practices.
• Experience with microservices architecture and inter-service communication.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs with versioning and reliability.
• Experience deploying on Microsoft Azure.
• Experience with Apache Kafka for messaging or streaming.
• PostgreSQL schema design, querying and performance tuning.
• Strong problem-solving and collaborative skills.
• Clear communication across engineering and product teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and build back-end services in Java using microservices patterns
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and service integrations
• Implement event streaming and messaging using Apache Kafka
• Build, deploy and tune cloud-native workloads on Microsoft Azure
• Design PostgreSQL schemas, queries and performance optimizations
• Participate in code reviews, automated testing and release activities
• Troubleshoot production issues and drive root-cause fixes
• Create and maintain technical documentation for services and APIs

Skills

Java

Microservices

RESTful APIs

Azure

Kafka

PostgreSQL

Problem-solving

Communication

Tools

Spring Boot

Kubernetes

Observability tooling

Job description

We are seeking a Java Backend Developer in Singapore. You will build microservices and event-driven services with Kafka, deploy to Microsoft Azure and design reliable PostgreSQL data models. You’ll work with cross-functional teams to ship secure, scalable APIs, improve performance and keep production stable through strong engineering practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and build back-end services in Java using microservices patterns
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and service integrations
• Implement event streaming and messaging using Apache Kafka
• Build, deploy and tune cloud-native workloads on Microsoft Azure
• Design PostgreSQL schemas, queries and performance optimizations
• Participate in code reviews, automated testing and release activities
• Troubleshoot production issues and drive root-cause fixes
• Create and maintain technical documentation for services and APIs

Requirements

• Java back-end development experience and clean coding practices
• Microservices architecture knowledge including service-to-service communication
• RESTful APIs design experience including versioning and reliability considerations
• Microsoft Azure experience deploying and operating applications
• Apache Kafka experience for messaging, streaming or event-driven design
• PostgreSQL skills in schema design, query writing and tuning
• Problem-solving ability in development and production environments
• Clear communication and teamwork across engineering and product partners

Nice to have

• Spring Boot and Spring framework experience
• Containerization and orchestration exposure (for example Kubernetes)
• Observability tooling experience (logging, metrics, tracing)

We offer

• By choosing EPAM, you're getting a job at one of the most loved workplaces according to Newsweek 2021 & 2022&2023.
• Employee ideas are the main driver of our business. We have a very supportive environment where your voice matters
• You will be challenged while working side-by-side with the best talent globally. We work with top-notch technologies, constantly seeking new industry trends and best practices
• We offer a transparent career path and an individual roadmap to engineer your future & accelerate your journey
• At EPAM, you can find vast opportunities for self-development: online courses and libraries, mentoring programs, partial grants of certification, and experience exchange with colleagues around the world. You will learn, contribute, and grow with us

Life at EPAM

• EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. EPAM has been expanding in Singapore since 2013 and delivering the best solutions to our customers. As a recognized leader, EPAM Singapore achieved Great Place to Work Certification in 2023 and is committed to providing our team with inspiring careers.
• You will have the opportunity to work with fellow talented technologists and accelerate your career by participating in our numerous upskilling, training, and certification programs. That is why EPAM Singapore was awarded Gold for Best In-House Certification Programmes in the Employee Experience Awards 2023 and Silver in the SkillsFuture Employers Awards 2022 for our efforts in championing employees' skills development and building a lifelong learning culture at the workplace. You can also look forward to developing holistically with the multiracial festivals and various wellness and cultural activities organized by our passionate colleagues here.