Junior Backend Java Developer

Are you a passionate Junior Backend Java Developer eager to make an impact? Join EPAM’s dynamic engineering team, where you’ll help create, maintain, and enhance the backend of a large-scale application for a global client in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You’ll work with modern technologies and contribute to innovative solutions that drive business value for our client’s digital ecosystem. This role offers a hybrid model, with 3 days per week working from the client's office in Kraków, Poland. Ready to launch your career in cloud engineering? Apply now and join our global team! Responsibilities • Develop and maintain backend features for a customer-facing application, ensuring seamless integration with multiple service providers • Design, implement, and support software patches and new features • Write, review, and maintain technical documentation, including design and development artifacts • Create applications using standard and cloud-based development tools • Test, debug, and update programs to ensure high quality and performance • Analyze, review, and modify code to improve efficiency and meet evolving requirements • Investigate, document, and resolve technical issues • Collaborate with internal teams to define and implement solutions that enhance the provider and customer experience • Participate in code refactoring, technical debt reduction, and recommend improvements with a product mindset • Maintain the highest standards of development practices, including technical design, solution development, system configuration, test documentation, and clean, modular code Requirements • Hands-on experience with Java 8, Java 11, or Kotlin • Working knowledge of SQL databases • Basic understanding of HTML and CSS • Familiarity with JavaScript, especially for debugging client-side request-response flows • Experience with client-server architecture, HTTP, and RESTful APIs • Knowledge of dependency injection, services, and API integration • Strong technical problem-solving skills • Solid foundation in object-oriented programming • Experience developing business applications, including data storage and application integration • Experience implementing, configuring, and integrating third-party software solutions • Understanding of information management, data modeling, system integration, and development methodologies (including unit testing) • Advanced written and verbal communication skills in English • Quick learner with a proactive attitude Nice to have • Experience with protocol buffers and gRPC • Familiarity with all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (analyze, design, build, test, implement, support) • Experience working on Linux environments We gather like-minded people: • Engineering community of industry professionals • Friendly team and enjoyable working environment • Flexible schedule and opportunity to work remotely within Poland • Chance to work abroad for up to 60 days annually • Business-driven relocation opportunities We provide growth opportunities: • Outstanding career roadmap • Leadership development, career advising, soft skills, and well-being programs • Certification (GCP, Azure, AWS) • Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract, Cloud Guru • English classes We cover it all: • Stable income (Employment Contract or B2B) • Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan • Benefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers) • Strategically located offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, fantastic coffee, and more • Referral bonuses • Corporate, social and well-being events Please, note: • The set of bonuses might vary based on the role you apply for – specifics will be discussed with our recruiter during the general interview. • We will reach out to selected candidates exclusively.