Chief Java Developer - Search Engine
EPAM Systems
Chief Java Developer - Search Engine Description
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 talented Chief Java Developer to join our remote team.
This role will offer the chance to work with groundbreaking technologies in the GenAI domain and build experience with vector search. The primary responsibilities include the development and improvement of a cloud-based search engine, introduction of advanced full-text semantic and vector search capabilities, and the utilization of AI techniques to address business challenges.
Responsibilities
- Enhancement of the cloud-based search engine through continuous relevancy tuning
- Introduction of advanced full-text semantic and vector search capabilities, primarily for RAG use cases
- Utilization of AI techniques to resolve business issues
- Participation in the development of high-end products
- Collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance client offerings
- Contribution to the ongoing refinement of the search engine
Requirements
- A minimum of 7 years of development experience with a strong emphasis on Java
- Demonstrated success in leading and mentoring a team of engineers
- Familiarity with enterprise search platforms, full-text search technologies, and search engines
- Extensive experience with Amazon Web Services
- Knowledge of Elasticsearch and Solr
- Proficiency in English at an upper-intermediate level
Nice to have
- Prior experience with Generative AI
- A deep understanding of algorithms and data structures
- Prior experience with Apache Lucene Core and OpenSearch
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!