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. We are looking for a Lead Java Developer to join our team.

In this role, you will guide the technical direction of backend initiatives and play a central part in delivering scalable, high-quality solutions. You will thrive in a collaborative environment alongside experienced engineers, product owners, and cross-functional teams to bring impactful ideas to life.

Responsibilities Create, refine, and support code across backend components

Construct backend microservices and REST APIs that enable scalable business functionality

Prepare unit tests to safeguard the reliability and correctness of the code

Carry out code reviews to preserve quality standards and share expertise across the team

Apply engineering best practices, including code review, unit testing, and continuous integration

Engage actively in SCRUM ceremonies as a contributing member of the Agile team

Join estimation and planning sessions to support consistent delivery predictability

Coach other developers and work closely with peers to strengthen the team's overall capability Requirements Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science or a comparable field

No less than 5 years of hands-on professional experience in software development

At least 1 year of experience in people management or team leadership,



covering a team of 5 or more FTEs

Practical background in designing and building front-end applications and APIs

Solid Java programming ability for developing enterprise-grade applications

Applied experience with Spring, Spring Boot, and Spring Data JPA for backend development

Hands-on experience in designing and consuming REST APIs

Strong track record designing and developing microservices architectures

Working experience with Apache Kafka for distributed event streaming

Familiarity with issue tracking tools such as JIRA for defect management

English at B2 level or higher, with strong written and spoken communication skills Nice to have Previous experience within the Financial Services industry

Applied experience with GenAI-assisted development to raise productivity and code quality

Practical exposure to APIs and Integration patterns in distributed systems

Strong track record conducting structured code reviews to uphold engineering quality

Familiarity with GitHub Copilot for AI-assisted coding

Awareness of Solution Architecture principles and practices We offer International projects with top brands

Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers

Healthcare benefits

Employee financial programs

Paid time off and sick leave

Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses

Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses

Integral career opportunities

Volunteer and community involvement opportunities

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Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn EPAM 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.

📌 Lead Java Developer (México)
🏢 Epam Systems
📍 México