Lead Full-Stack Engineer
EPAM Systems · Chicago, IL · 6 days ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time
Responsibilities
- Lead solution design for complex, cross-functional features spanning UI, APIs, data flows, and third-party integrations
- Drive UI modernization initiatives using React and Next.js, prioritizing usability, performance, and long-term maintainability
- Architect and deliver scalable backend services and event-driven integrations to support platform reliability and growth
- Collaborate with Product to translate requirements into structured epics, estimate effort, and sequence delivery efficiently
- Champion engineering quality through code reviews, testing strategies, observability standards, and security best practices
- Mentor engineers at multiple levels and leverage AI-assisted development tools to accelerate productivity and predictable delivery
Requirements
- 8 or more years of experience building and maintaining large-scale production applications in complex environments
- Strong proficiency in modern frontend development with hands-on experience in React, Next.js, or equivalent frameworks
- Solid backend and API design skills, including microservices architecture and robust REST API development
- Practical experience with event-driven systems, messaging concepts, and relational or non-relational database management
- Demonstrated ability to drive technical strategy, mentor engineers, and partner with product teams on delivery planning
- Comfort using AI-assisted development tools such as Cursor, GitHub Copilot, or Claude Code to enhance development workflow
Qualifications
EPAM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.