We are looking for a Lead Java Full Stack Engineer with deep backend expertise in Java/Spring Boot and strong frontend experience with Angular. The ideal candidate will lead technical initiatives, drive architectural decisions, and guide engineering teams across the full application stack. This role requires a combination of hands-on engineering excellence, technical leadership, and the ability to influence delivery at scale.
Responsibilities
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Lead the design, development, and delivery of full-stack applications using Java, Spring Boot, and modern frontend frameworks
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Define and drive the architecture of REST APIs, backend services, and frontend components
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Own technical decision-making and establish best practices across the team
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Collaborate closely with product, QA, design, and engineering leadership to shape roadmaps and delivery strategy
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Lead architecture discussions, technical planning, and design reviews
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Ensure high code quality and engineering excellence through testing strategies, code reviews, and the introduction of modern engineering practices
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Drive resolution of complex technical issues across frontend and backend layers
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Mentor and coach senior and mid-level developers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical growth
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Act as a technical point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring alignment between business goals and engineering execution
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Contribute to hiring, onboarding, and team development initiatives
Requirements
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5+ years of hands-on experience with Java and Spring Boot in large-scale, production environments
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At least 1 year of relevant leadership experience
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Strong experience with Angular and modern frontend development
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Deep understanding of REST APIs, web application architecture, and distributed systems design
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Solid experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Oracle, including performance tuning and data modeling
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Strong cloud experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP, including designing cloud-native solutions
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Proficiency with frontend technologies, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and TypeScript
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Proven experience defining and implementing testing strategies and CI/CD pipelines
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Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams, drive architectural decisions, and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
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Experience mentoring engineers and growing high-performing teams
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Proficient communication skills in English (B2 level or higher)
Nice to have
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Experience designing and implementing microservices architectures
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Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes in production environments
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Experience with Kafka or other messaging and event-streaming platforms
We offer
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Career plan and real growth opportunities
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Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
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Constant training, mentoring, online corporate courses, eLearning and more
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English classes with a certified teacher
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Support for employee’s initiatives (Algorithms club, toastmasters, agile club and more)
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Enjoyable working environment (Gaming room, napping area, amenities, events, sport teams and more)
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Flexible work schedule and dress code
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Collaborate in a multicultural environment and share best practices from around the globe
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Hired directly by EPAM & 100% under payroll
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Law benefits (IMSS, INFONAVIT, 25% vacation bonus)
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Major medical expenses insurance: Life, Major medical expenses with dental & visual coverage (for the employee and direct family members)
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13 % employee savings fund, capped to the law limit
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Grocery coupons
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30 days December bonus
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Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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12 vacations days
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Official Mexican holidays, plus 5 extra holidays (Maundry Thursday and Friday, November 2nd, December 24th & 31st)
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Monthly non-taxable amount for the electricity and internet bills
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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