Senior Java Software Engineer (Backend - Kotlin/Spring/Kafka)

Join our team as a Senior Java Software Engineer specializing in Spring and Kafka to drive backend development and system improvements.

You will work with cutting-edge technologies like Kafka Streams, Databricks, Snowflake, and PostgreSQL to optimize data processing and integration. Apply now to contribute to scalable, resilient solutions in a collaborative setting.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to backend development using Spring and Kafka Streams in an event-driven architecture
• Design and implement scalable, real-time data processing pipelines integrating Databricks, Snowflake, and PostgreSQL
• Develop and optimize batch and streaming workflows using Python and PySpark
• Collaborate through pair programming to share knowledge, improve code quality, and ensure consistent implementation standards
• Analyze and modernize legacy systems to improve performance, maintainability, and scalability
• Ensure best practices in software design, testing, and deployment
• Work with CI/CD pipelines and containerized deployments using Kubernetes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to design, develop, and deliver reliable technical solutions

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in Java development
• Strong backend development experience with the Spring Framework
• In-depth knowledge of Kafka, including Kafka Streams and event-driven architectures
• Proficiency in Python and PySpark for data processing and analytics workflows
• Experience with Databricks, Snowflake, and PostgreSQL in data-heavy applications
• Proven ability to refactor and enhance legacy systems for scalability and reliability
• Familiarity with CI/CD, Kubernetes, and modern cloud deployment practices
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and optimization skills
• Strong collaboration skills, with a preference for pair programming and knowledge sharing
• English proficiency at the B2+ level

Nice to have

• Experience with Kotlin for backend service development
• Familiarity with Java-based microservice ecosystems

We offer

• International projects with top brands
• Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
• Healthcare benefits
• Employee financial programs
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
• Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
• Global career opportunities
• Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
• EPAM Employee Groups
• Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn