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# Senior Java Developer (with Kotlin)

- **Company:** EPAM Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Atlanta, GA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** RESTful API Modeling Language, Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Google App Engines, Unit Testing, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Distributed Systems, Gradle, Mobile Application Software, Open Source Technology, Performance Tuning, Service Layer, Software Engineering, Backend, Kotlin, Information Technology, Build Tools, Graphql, Front End Software Development, Asynchronous Programming, Api Design, Restful APIs, Code Restructuring, Legacy Systems, Web Api
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-java-developer-with-kotlin-atlanta-ga--1bb0d443-8755-4602-a78e-8fd59bfeed26

## About the Role

* Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in server-side software development with Java; Bachelors 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

## Description

Back to SearchSenior Java Developer (with Kotlin)Hybrid in United States of America: Atlanta, United States of America: PhoenixJava& 9 othersapplyFacebookLinkedInSend via emailLooking for something else?Find a vacancy that works for you. Send us your CV to receive a personalized offer.Find me a jobLocation-specific conditions & benefits*Choose an optionWere seeking a Senior Java Developer with strong Kotlin expertise to build and scale the Backend for Frontend (BFF) service layer powering mobile applications used by tens of millions of users worldwide. This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days onsite in Atlanta, GA or Phoenix, AZ. If you thrive on solving complex problems, writing clean code, and building high-performance APIs - wed love to connect.Req# 1033156951ResponsibilitiesBuild & Scale Backend Services: Design, develop, and maintain the server-side API layer consumed by award-winning mobile applicationsWrite High-Quality Code: Deliver clean, well-tested, production-ready Kotlin/Java code with a focus on performance and maintainabilityOptimize & Refactor: Improve existing systems, modernize legacy code, and drive performance analysis and optimization effortsIntegrate Complex Systems: Connect with internal backend services, third-party APIs, and data sources across a distributed architectureCollaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with mobile engineers, product managers, designers, and QA to deliver seamless end-to-end experiencesRequirementsExperience: 5+ years of professional experience in server-side software development with Java; Bachelors degree in Computer Science or equivalent experienceKotlin: Strong hands-on proficiency in Kotlin for backend development is requiredAPI Development: Solid experience building and maintaining RESTful APIs, with familiarity in asynchronous programming and performance optimizationEngineering Practices: Strong foundation in unit testing, CI/CD, build tools (Gradle), code reviews, and software development lifecycle best practicesProblem Solving: Proven ability to design solutions for open-ended problems, debug complex issues, and work effectively with legacy systemsCollaboration & Ownership: Self-starting mindset with excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a large, cross-functional team environmentNice to haveExperience with GraphQL (GQL) or RAML for API design and documentationContributions to or experience working with open-source projectsBackground in building Backend for Frontend (BFF) layers or mobile-facing service architectures