Lead Java Developer

We are looking for an experienced **Lead Java Developer** to join our team and take on a key leadership role in developing and supporting our client’s infrastructure, integrations, and sustainable solutions, including CI/CD, monitoring, and caching services.As a Lead Java Developer, you will guide and mentor team members, oversee technical decision-making, and ensure that best practices and high-quality standards are upheld in every project. If you are passionate about system optimization, scalable solutions, and Java-based architectures, we'd love to hear from you**Responsibilities**- Lead and oversee the enhancement of existing Java-based infrastructure and associated microservices- Provide technical leadership in evaluating the performance impact and scalability of new feature designs- Act as an escalation point to troubleshoot and resolve performance and scalability bottlenecks, leveraging expertise in systems tuning and APM tools like Dynatrace- Collaborate with internal teams, multiple 3rd parties, and stakeholders to manage and optimize integration layers efficiently- Oversee the development and maintenance of build scripts and ensure the integrity and efficiency of CI/CD pipelines- Utilize advanced administration skills to maintain high availability and reliability of mission-critical systems- Drive strategic technological improvements, identify risks, and ensure alignment with business goals- Mentor and provide guidance to junior and senior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation**Requirements**:- 5+ years of professional experience in Java development and infrastructure support- At least 1 year of relevant leadership experience- Strong understanding of the Commerce domain, including systems, platforms, and integrations- Deep knowledge of Java and Microservices architecture with hands-on experience modifying and working with infrastructure code- Proven background in performance evaluation, scalability assessments, and troubleshooting- Significant experience with APM tools (e.g., Dynatrace) and advanced systems tuning techniques- Strong expertise in CI/CD concepts and tools such as Jenkins, Rundeck, GitLab, Artifactory, or SonarQube- Solid understanding of networking and infrastructure concepts, with the ability to guide decision-making and solutions- Extensive experience in build tools like Maven and Gradle- Proficiency in managing 3rd-party integration layers and related technologies- Advanced skills in administering and managing caching systems like Redis, Memcached, or MongoDB- Excellent command of written and spoken English (B2+ level)**Nice to have**- Significant experience in Oracle ATG development and support, with the ability to guide teams in adopting best practices- Expertise in Azure Cloud solutions, including VMs, Redis, Logic and Function Apps, ARM templates, and Azure CLI- Thorough understanding of Kubernetes (AKS, ArgoCD) and scripting languages like Bash or Gradle, with the ability to implement best practices- Advanced knowledge of configuration management tools such as Ansible, AWX, or Terraform**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 billsEPAM 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.