We're expanding our team and looking to bring aboard a Lead Java Developer to strengthen our organization. This position is well matched to a veteran engineer ready to take on full responsibility for demanding projects, shepherding them from the earliest concept stage through to final production launch. You'll contribute meaningfully to architecting and refining services that oversee complex investment data alongside distributed systems, where accuracy, dependability, and scalability are non-negotiable. The role runs on a hybrid basis, with a requirement of four office days per weekResponsibilitiesBuild, release, and support software solutions using Java and Spring Boot as the foundationProduce robust, scalable APIs, microservices, and pieces of distributed system architectureOversee initiatives throughout the entire engineering lifecycle, from preliminary planning and development to launch and ongoing production careTackle intricate application and data-related problems by delivering solutions designed for longevityActively contribute to architectural decision-making, technical guidance, code assessment, quality assurance, and CI/CD pipeline setupDeploy AWS and other cloud-native tools to establish reliable, scalable system infrastructureCollaborate with engineering, product, and business partners to produce effective, outcome-focused technical solutionsTransfer knowledge and provide mentorship to fellow engineers to help build up their capabilitiesRequirementsFive or more years of hands-on, practical experience developing with Java and Spring BootA minimum of one year leading and overseeing development teamsDemonstrated experience building APIs, microservices, and distributed system architecturesWide-ranging knowledge of software design fundamentals,



testing techniques, performance optimization, and production stabilitySignificant experience working with SQL and relational database systemsHands-on experience with AWS or comparable cloud computing platformsAwareness of event-driven architecture concepts and tools such as KafkaStrong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration abilities, plus working English fluency at B2 level or above, facilitating accurate understanding of business requirements and their translation into technical outputTrack record of independently driving technical initiatives while maintaining ownership from initial concept through to final deliveryNice to haveExperience within financial services, investment management, or capital markets industriesKnowledge of Corporate Actions and associated investment lifecycle functionsPractical experience with Kafka, Docker, Kubernetes, or equivalent technologiesBackground in constructing or modernizing complex, large-scale systemsWe offerInternational projects with top brandsWork with general teams of highly skilled, diverse peersHealthcare benefitsEmployee financial programsPaid time off and sick leaveUpskilling, reskilling and certification coursesUnlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ coursesGlobal career opportunitiesVolunteer and community involvement opportunitiesEPAM Employee GroupsAward-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedInEPAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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📌 Lead Java Developer (Colombia)
🏢 EPAM Systems
📍 Colombia