Lead Java Developer

Join our innovative AI platform team as a Lead Java Developer within a leading global investment bank. You will collaborate with data scientists, software engineers, and business analysts to deliver advanced solutions for internal clients. Our team processes vast amounts of data for a variety of use cases, leveraging both classic machine learning and modern generative AI. We are rapidly expanding in the areas of chatbots and intelligent agents, working in a cloud-native, technologically advanced environment.

You will be part of a forward-thinking organization at the forefront of digital transformation in financial services. The client values technical excellence, innovation, and collaboration, offering opportunities to work on impactful projects in a dynamic, global setting.

Ready to launch your career in cloud engineering? Apply now and join our global team!

This role offers a hybrid model, with 3 days per week working from the client's office in Krakow, Poland.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in designing and building highly scalable and distributed cloud applications

• Provide technology solutions that address business challenges and reinforce our leadership in digital financial services

• Design, plan, and deliver sustainable solutions using modern technologies

• Apply core and advanced concepts to develop business solutions

• Implement proofs of concept and application skeletons for the team

• Participate in or lead design reviews with peers and stakeholders to decide on architecture

• Conduct code reviews, test software as needed, and participate in application architecture, design, and other phases of the SDLC

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Java development

• At least 1 year of relevant leadership experience

• Proficiency in Java 18+ and Spring Boot

• Experience with RESTful APIs development (OpenAPI/Swagger)

• Strong knowledge of databases (PostgreSQL, Oracle) and ORM frameworks (Hibernate, JPA)

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD)

• Hands-on experience with Azure cloud platform

• Monitoring and logging expertise (Prometheus, Splunk)

• Proficiency in testing frameworks (JUnit, TestNG, Mockito, JBehave)

• Competency in message-driven architecture and integration tools (Kafka, REST)

• Understanding of security elements, including OAuth2, JWT, and Spring Security

• Fluency in English, both written and spoken, at a minimum B2 level

Nice to have

• Experience in the financial services industry

• Certification in Azure or related cloud technologies

• Familiarity with other programming languages and frameworks

• Understanding of Agile methodologies and DevOps practices

We offer/Benefits
We gather like-minded people:

• Engineering community of industry professionals

• Friendly team and enjoyable working environment

• Flexible schedule and opportunity to work remotely within Poland

• Chance to work abroad for up to 60 days annually

• Business-driven relocation opportunities

We provide growth opportunities:

• Outstanding career roadmap

• Leadership development, career advising, soft skills, and well-being programs

• Certification (GCP, Azure, AWS)

• Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract, Cloud Guru

• English classes

We cover it all:

• Stable income (Employment Contract or B2B)

• Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Benefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers)

• Strategically located offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, fantastic coffee, and more

• Referral bonuses

• Corporate, social and well-being events

Please, note:

• The set of bonuses might vary based on the role you apply for – specifics will be discussed with our recruiter during the general interview.

• We will reach out to selected candidates exclusively.

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.