We are looking for a Lead Java Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you’ll focus on enhancing the product offering by improving the user experience and building the necessary capacity to support and advance platform solutions and infrastructure.

If you're passionate about working with cutting-edge technologies and driving innovation, this is your chance to make a significant impact.

This position offers remote setup with the flexibility to work from any location in Georgia, whether it's your home, a well-equipped office in Tbilisi or coworking spaces in Batumi and Kutaisi.

Responsibilities

• Develop software programs and utilities used in the client’s company and ensure that the latest software applications for trading related systems run properly
• Recommend software upgrades for existing systems
• Review current systems and present ideas for system improvements, including cost proposals
• Produce detailed specifications and implement the program codes
• Test the product in controlled situations and rectify any problems before going live
• Use versioning control systems
• Maintain the systems once they are up and running

Requirements

• BSc/MSc in computer science, engineering or any other relevant degree
• At least five years’ solid work experience in Java development
• Proficiency in event-driven programming, databases, version control systems and software testing techniques, including unit, integration, system and acceptance testing
• Problem solving and critical thinking skills

Nice to have

• Background in the financial services industry
• Knowledge of REST API
• Skills in AWS services like API Gateway, Kinesis, Lambda functions
• Understanding of containers (Docker) and orchestration tools like Kubernetes
• Familiarity with queuing/messaging technologies
• Experience with Apache Kafka, AWS, Docker, Elastic Stack or Kubernetes

We offer

• We connect like-minded people:
  • Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
  • Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home
  • Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
  • Relocation opportunities within our offices in 50+ countries
  • Corporate and social events
• We invest in your growth:
  • Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
  • Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
  • Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract, O'Reilly, Cloud Guru
  • Free English classes with certified teachers
• We cover it all:
  • Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
  • Comprehensive medical & family care package
  • Five trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
  • Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)

EPAM Georgia is a team of innovators united by a passion for technology. The dynamic and inclusive culture we embrace helps positively impact our communities, clients, and employees. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to numerous cutting-edge projects, deliver the most creative solutions, and have an opportunity to learn. Our people are at the heart of our success, and we are proud to provide talents with a solid ground to develop and grow.