Chief Java Developer

We are looking to bring a **Chief Java Developer** on board within our thriving, profitable organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide leadership and mentoring to Java developers, offering support and specialized knowledge
- Manage the daily operations of the development team, ensuring timely completion of projects and adherence to quality standards
- Promote a team environment that values collaboration and continuous enhancement of skills
- Partner with project managers, product owners, and other key stakeholders to establish project scope, goals, and expected outcomes
- Develop comprehensive project plans and oversee the development process from start to finish
- Enforce best practices, coding standards, and organizational policies throughout the software development lifecycle
- Work with architects and other teams to ensure technical solutions are in line with business needs
- Conduct code reviews, offer constructive feedback, and maintain adherence to software development best practices
- Enable effective communication within the development team and across departments, aligning everyone with common objectives
- Report on project advancements, team performance, and potential challenges to stakeholders
- Serve as the primary contact for technical issues and offer solutions to complex challenges

**REQUIREMENTS**:

- 7+ years of Java development experience showcasing strong object-oriented programming knowledge
- A minimum of 2 years in a leadership or team management role in software development
- Background in back-end development
- Proficiency in Java, Spring Framework, Hibernate, and RESTful APIs
- Familiarity with Python
- Understanding of database architecture and SQL with prior work with databases such as Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL
- Experience with Google Cloud Platform and container technologies like Docker, Kubernetes
- Competency in utilizing version control systems and deploying CI/CD pipelines
- Exceptional leadership abilities that promote motivation and engagement within a team
- Strong abilities in verbal and written communication, capable of explaining complex technical issues to non-technical stakeholders
- Capability to handle multiple projects concurrently, achieving results in a dynamic, fast-paced setting
- Advanced problem-solving capabilities with a detail-oriented perspective aimed at delivering superior solutions addressing business requirements
- Experience in Agile/Scrum framework with flexibility to implement Agile methodologies

WE OFFER
- Career plan and real growth opportunities
- Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
- International Mobility Plan within 25 countries
- Constant training, mentoring, online corporate courses, eLearning and more
- English classes with a certified teacher
- Support for employee’s initiatives (Algorithms club, toastmasters, agile club and more)
- Enjoyable working environment (Gaming room, napping area, amenities, events, sport teams and more)
- Flexible work schedule and dress code
- Collaborate in a multicultural environment and share best practices from around the globe
- Hired directly by EPAM & 100% under payroll
- Law benefits (IMSS, INFONAVIT, 25% vacation bonus)
- Major medical expenses insurance: Life, Major medical expenses with dental & visual coverage (for the employee and direct family members)
- 13 % employee savings fund, capped to the law limit
- Grocery coupons
- 30 days December bonus
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 12 vacations days plus 4 floating days
- Official Mexican holidays, plus 5 extra holidays (Maundry Thursday and Friday, November 2nd, December 24th & 31st)
- Monthly non-taxable amount for the electricity and internet bills