Lead Software Engineer – Java with Azure

Office in Chennai

Java

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Software Engineer to join our team and contribute to creating scalable, high-performing applications using Java and Azure technologies.

As a key team member, you will drive technical leadership, support development teams, and help deliver innovative solutions in the E-Commerce and D2C domains.

Responsibilities

Lead design initiatives informed by client roadmaps and business requirements
Review and approve merge requests and code submissions from the EPAM development team
Provide hands-on support to resolve technical blockers for team members
Ensure the implementation of DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and automation practices as part of the delivery process
Drive the development of microservice-based architectures using principles of MACH commerce
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery of E-Commerce solutions
Oversee performance management, debugging, and optimization of code
Advocate for and enforce coding standards, best practices, and security compliance

Requirements

8 to 12 years of experience working with Java and Spring Boot
Strong background in leading software development teams
Proficiency in MACH commerce principles, including Microservices, API-First, Cloud-Native, and Headless architectures
Extensive expertise in Azure cloud services with a focus on scalable and secure solutions
Experience working in E-Commerce and D2C domains
Competence in optimizing code performance and troubleshooting complex issues
Flexibility to work in a hybrid mode (3 days a week from the EPAM office)

Nice to have

Familiarity with Commercetools or Contentful platforms
Background in Retail or Supply Chain domains