We are looking for a skilled Lead Java Developer to join our team and spearhead a critical customer project. This role focuses on transitioning essential backend APIs within the Discovery and PIM domains while decommissioning search functionalities from a legacy platform. Collaborating with a highly skilled team, you will leverage modern technologies to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions. Responsibilities Design, develop, and manage backend microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and Spring Data JPA Implement and integrate AWS services such as RDS (Aurora), S3, SQS, and Lambda to meet project requirements Build solutions leveraging Kafka and Kafka Connect for event-driven architectures and real-time data streaming Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to enable seamless and efficient deployments Use Kubernetes for container orchestration and scaling to ensure optimal application performance Collaborate closely with architecture, product, and engineering teams to align on delivery and integration goals Provide technical leadership and contribute to architectural and solution design when needed Requirements At least 5 years of hands-on experience in Java development A minimum of one year of experience leading and managing development teams Strong expertise in Spring Boot for building scalable and robust applications Extensive experience with AWS services like RDS, S3, and SQS Proficiency in Kafka and Kafka Connect for developing event-driven systems Familiarity with CI/CD tools and processes for deployment automation Hands-on experience with Kubernetes (EKS or similar) for container management and scaling In-depth knowledge of Spring Data JPA and Redis for efficient data storage and management Strong English communication skills, both spoken and written, at a B1 level or higher Nice to have Background in large-scale data migrations or decommissioning legacy platforms Experience using monitoring and logging tools to enhance system performance and observability We offer/Benefits - 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 - Global career opportunities - Volunteer and community involvement opportunities - EPAM Employee Groups - Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn