Lead Java Production Support Engineer

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, 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.

We are seeking an experienced Lead Java Production Support Engineer to join a major wealth management project operating under a broker-dealer model.

You will oversee Level 3 and Level 4 application support, minor and significant Java application enhancements, and ensure operational stability across our microservices infrastructure. If you have strong leadership skills and technical expertise, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Resolve production incidents, requests, and service tasks promptly
• Provide on-call support during US CST business hours and critical outages
• Perform minor enhancements, technical upgrades, and maintenance tasks for Java applications
• Fix defects and enhance backend microservices and REST APIs
• Execute unit testing for developed code and changes
• Oversee change requests from initiation to deployment approvals
• Ensure adherence to best practices including code reviews, CI pipelines, and unit testing
• Participate actively in daily scrum, handover, and collaboration meetings
• Mentor developers and share technical knowledge
• Support offshore teams in resolving blockers and prioritization
• Collaborate closely with peers to maintain client satisfaction
• Engage in continuous improvement of support processes

Requirements

• 6+ years experience in Java and Spring Framework development
• Proven leadership skills in guiding technical teams
• Background in production support for large-scale enterprise applications
• Knowledge of APIs and microservices architecture
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Exceptional communication skills
• Proactive and accountable work ethic
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
• Master's degree in Computer Science preferred

Nice to have

• Experience with Java Microservice Infrastructure
• Knowledge of Spring Core

We offer

• International projects with top brands
• Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
• 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