We are looking for a Lead Java Engineer with strong backend development experience and solid knowledge of cloud-based architectures. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, microservices, and AWS. In this leadership role, you will drive technical excellence, mentor engineering teams, and spearhead the delivery of enterprise-grade cloud solutions. Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java and Spring Boot Guide and mentor developers through code reviews and technical direction Build scalable microservices and cloud-native applications Create and maintain RESTful APIs and integrations Collaborate with architects, DevOps engineers, QA teams, and business stakeholders Contribute to system design, technical decisions, and architecture discussions Ensure code quality, performance, scalability, and security Support deployment, monitoring, and troubleshooting of cloud-based applications Establish engineering standards, best practices and development workflows Requirements Strong experience with Java and Spring Boot (5+ years) 1+ years of relevant leadership experience Experience designing and building microservices Proficiency in Amazon Web Services Strong understanding of REST APIs, databases, and distributed systems Experience with CI/CD pipelines and modern development practices Good knowledge of unit and integration testing Strong problem-solving and communication skills Proficient communication skills in English (B2 level or higher) Nice to have Experience with Docker and Kubernetes Skills in Apache Kafka or other messaging systems Knowledge of serverless architectures Experience with Terraform or other infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools We offer Learning Culture - We want you to be the best version of yourself, that is why we offer unlimited access to learning platforms, a wide range of internal courses, and all the knowledge you need to grow professionally Health Coverage - Health and wellness are important, that is why we have you and up to four family members in a premiere health plan. We have a couple of options, so you can choose what is best for you and your family Visual Benefit - Seeing your work for us would be a sight for sore eyes. We want your vision to always be at 100% which is why we offer up to $200.000 COP for any visual health expenses Life Insurance Plan - We have partnered with MetLife to offer a full-coverage Ife insurance plan. So, your family is covered, even if you are gone. Medical Leave Coverage - We are one of the few companies that cover 100% of your medical leave, for up to 90 days. Your health is the most important thing to us Professional Growth Opportunities - We have designed a highly competitive and complete development process, where you will have all the tools to get where you have always wanted to be, personally and professionally Stock Option Purchase Plan - As an EPAMer you can be more than just an employee, you will also have the opportunity to purchase stock at a reduced price and become a part owner of our organization Additional Income - Besides your regular salary, you will also have the chance to earn extra income by referring talent, being a technical interviewer, and many more ways Community Benefit - You will be part of a worldwide community of over 50,000 employees, where you can learn, challenge yourself, stand out, and share your knowledge and experience with multicultural teams! We accept CVs in English only. Please note that even though you are applying for this position, you may be offered other projects to join within EPAM. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr