Senior Java Developer (with Kotlin)
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Job description
- Build & Scale Backend Services: Design, develop, and maintain the server-side API layer consumed by award-winning mobile applications
- Write High-Quality Code: Deliver clean, well-tested, production-ready Kotlin/Java code with a focus on performance and maintainability
- Optimize & Refactor: Improve existing systems, modernize legacy code, and drive performance analysis and optimization efforts
- Integrate Complex Systems: Connect with internal backend services, third-party APIs, and data sources across a distributed architecture
- Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with mobile engineers, product managers, designers, and QA to deliver seamless end-to-end experiences
Requirements
- Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in server-side software development with Java; Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
- Kotlin: Strong hands-on proficiency in Kotlin for backend development is required
- API Development: Solid experience building and maintaining RESTful APIs, with familiarity in asynchronous programming and performance optimization
- Engineering Practices: Strong foundation in unit testing, CI/CD, build tools (Gradle), code reviews, and software development lifecycle best practices
- Problem Solving: Proven ability to design solutions for open-ended problems, debug complex issues, and work effectively with legacy systems
- Collaboration & Ownership: Self-starting mindset with excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a large, cross-functional team environment
Nice to have
- Experience with GraphQL (GQL) or RAML for API design and documentation
- Contributions to or experience working with open-source projects
- Background in building Backend for Frontend (BFF) layers or mobile-facing service architectures
Benefits & conditions
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Subsidized)
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (Company Provided)
- Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
- Matched 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Legal Plan and Identity Theft Protection
- Accident Insurance
- Employee Discounts
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
About the company
EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our clients, 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.Engineer the Future with a Career at EPAM (https://www.youtube.com/embed/NU_mnNITn2o?si=IiCxyQ4sr1YJWxDG)
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
EPAM will not provide new H-1B visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates with existing transferable H-1B status may be considered.
EPAM Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We recognize the value of diversity and inclusion in creating success for our customers, business partners, shareholders, employees and communities. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, developing and promoting employees without discrimination. As a global employer, this commitment includes complying with all laws in the countries in which we operate. Nevertheless, we believe equal employment practices should not be limited to what the law requires. Equal opportunity and inclusion are essential to motivate, empower and recognize the best in everyone.
At EPAM, employment actions are based on individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, national origin, ancestry, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, citizenship status when otherwise legally able to work, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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