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EPAM Systems

Lead Software Engineer (Java)

Chengdu, China

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.

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We are looking for an experienced Lead Software Engineer specializing in Java in Chengdu to make the team stronger.

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Responsibilities
  • Fulfill the roles of key developer and software architect, and usually also fill roles of a development team lead, project coordinator, reviewer or auditor as well
  • Be a role model for colleagues, e.g. create deliverables and technical documentation in high quality
  • Understand, follow and enhance defined software development process and introduce engineering practices
  • Provide input on, follow and evangelize code quality guidelines and standards
  • Review and audit design solutions
  • Conduct code reviews and highlight best of breed solutions
  • Identify and troubleshoot application code-related issues, review and provide feedback to any required final user documentation
  • Communicate directly with architects on client's side
  • Communicate with clients on a regular basis to clarify business requirements
  • Participate in workshops and presentation of the proposed solutions to clients
  • Run demo and education sessions for client
  • Drive full-cycle of application development using Agile approach:
    • Idea generation and high-level vision creation
    • Solution design and documenting, proposal
    • Development, Testing, and Production launch
  • Be a member of cross-functional teams that experiment with new technology and proactively search for the best solutions and ideas in the marketplace
  • Coordinate your work with other developers to deliver first-class technology solutions in a positive, fun, yet challenging and deadline driven environment
  • Work closely with internal and external product and technology teams to bring technology solutions and perspectives to the product development process
  • Proven experience in evaluating theoretical knowledge vs. practical (on-the-job) skills and seniority level of candidates as well as actionable feedback and recommendations on positions/projects matching
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related majors
  • Minimum 7 years of relevant development experience, including UML, Modeling and Design skills, and expert knowledge of at least one technical area
  • Advanced knowledge of Core Java, Spring, Hibernate, Webservices, Restful services
  • Expert in designing high quality solutions using OOP, TDD/BDD, Design Patterns and SOLID principles
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, analytical mind, conscientious attitude, and passion for engineering excellence
  • Upper intermediate (CEFR B2) or higher level of spoken and written English
  • Good communication skills
  • Understanding of code quality measurements and able to implement efficient Unit Tests
  • In depth understanding of different phases of software development lifecycle and understanding of Agile Scrum processes
  • Ability to analyze several possible decisions of engineering problem and evaluate which one is better suited
  • Willingness to adapt to changing requirements and ability to prioritize accordingly
  • Expert in Linux, source code control tools (e.g., GIT, SVN)
  • Expert in relational database technologies e.g., SQL Server, Oracle
  • Experience of CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, SonarQube)
  • Active learner who is passionate about technology and keeps up to date with changes in technology
Nice to have
  • Experience of Spring Cloud, Microservices is preferred
  • Experience of Docker and Kubernetes
  • Expert in debugging Java and optimizing application performance
  • Familiar with at least one unit testing framework, such as Junit or TestNG
  • Experience of architecture design
  • Knowledge of frontend technologies (e.g., JavaScript, React)
  • Experience of DevOps operation
  • Experienced in improving project's process
  • Ability to evaluate various development methodologies SCRUM, Kanban, Waterfall based on project requirement
  • Working experience in global environment where colleagues, stakeholders and onsite client team are based in different locations, be able to cope with differences in culture, and time zones
  • Experienced in mentoring less senior colleagues on the project(s)
  • Experienced in conducting training or technical tech talks in the area of expertise
We offer
  • Experience exchange with colleagues all around the world
  • International projects
  • Opportunities for self-realization
  • Friendly team and enjoyable working environment
  • Engineering, corporate and social events
  • Professional & soft skills trainings, medical & family care programs, and forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)
  • Free English classes
  • Online training course library, mentoring, career development and potential partial grant of certification
  • Flexible working schedule
  • Compensation for sick leave and paid time off
  • Tech talks and hackathons
  • Referral bonuses

Client-provided location(s): Chengdu, Sichuan, China
Job ID: EPAM-62825
Employment Type: Other

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