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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Java Software Engineer (GenAI) - **Company:** EPAM Systems, Inc. - **Location:** Newtown, PA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, IBM AIX, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cursor (Graphical User Interface Elements), Google Web Toolkits, IBM Websphere Application Server, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, Spring Cloud, GitHub Copilot, ReactJS, Spring-boot, Backend, Front End Software Development, Devsecops, Legacy Systems, Programming Languages - **Published:** June 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://arc.dev/remote-jobs/j/epam-systems-lead-java-software-engineer-genai-oxa0u54ert ## About the Role * 6+ years of experience in software engineering, with 1+ years in a leading capacity * Strong background in IBM on-premises technologies, such as WebSphere and AIX, or other legacy stacks * Expertise in cloud-native applications, AWS Cloud, and Spring Boot * Proficiency in Java 8 and modern Java versions * Skills in AI-assisted engineering, including orchestrating AI agents, skills, and human-in-the-loop workflows * Hands-on capability as a developer and architect with deep coding and architecture understanding * Experience applying AI across the SDLC, setting up scalable AI tooling, and creating team-level capability uplift * Understanding of DevSecOps practices * Openness to dive deep into legacy systems without hesitation * English level: B2+ Nice to have * Familiarity with Spec-Driven Development * Flexibility to use Claude, GitHub Copilot, and Cursor * Background in GWT and GXT ## Description * Lead the retirement of legacy lock-in and the migration of the platform into the cloud * Drive the upgrade of Java to version 25 and the decoupling of frontend and backend systems * Migrate frontend logic to React and backend services to Spring Boot * Dive deep into legacy systems, including WebSphere and AIX, to support modernization efforts * Orchestrate AI agents, skills, and human-in-the-loop responsibilities across the team * Set up scalable AI tooling and practices to uplift team-level capability * Mentor the team on how to maximize output from AI tools and teach them "how to fish" * Apply AI across the full SDLC beyond individual productivity gains * Guide the team on "what good looks like" through hands-on development and architecture * Champion a DevSecOps mindset to keep the project self-sufficient using established best practices * Follow Spec-Driven Development throughout the engineering process, + Work on a flexible schedule remotely or from any of our comfortable offices or coworking spaces in Ukraine + Receive the necessary equipment to perform your work tasks + Change projects and technology stacks within EPAM + Gain experience in various business domains (Insurance, E-commerce, Healthcare, Finance, Travelling, Media, Artificial Intelligence, and more) + Relocation opportunities may be available for eligible candidates, depending on the role and openings at other EPAM locations + Participate in volunteer, charity programs and communities (both technical and interest-based) * We focus on your professional growth: + You can plan your individual career path together with your manager + Receive regular feedback from colleagues + Improve your English for free with certified teachers (Speaking Clubs, client interview preparation courses, etc.) + Get the opportunity to undergo free training and certification in AWS, GCP, or Azure Clouds + Use the internal E-learn training program (18,200+ specialized training and mentoring programs) + Access corporate accounts on LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract and other partner resources + Study at EPAM Solution Architecture School with the instructors who are practicing architects + Develop as a leader, join Delivery Management, Resource Management, Leadership Essentials school and more + Participate in internal communities (500+ meetups, technical discussions, brainstorming sessions, online events and conferences annually) * What we offer: + Vacation and sick leave (including a sick leave without a medical certificate) + A wide range of Voluntary Medical Insurance programs providing both medical treatment and various preventive options (including sports activities) + Medical insurance for family members at corporate rates + Company support during significant life events (childbirth or adoption, marriage, etc.) + Support for psychological comfort: discounts on services from mental health specialists or coaches, thematic training + E-kids program - a free programming language training program for EPAMers' children ## Related Videos - [Watch Tests Go Brrrr! 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