Overview

We are looking for a skilled Senior Kotlin Developer to join our team in building and delivering end-to-end features and services within a modern tech stack. You will play a key role in the full software development lifecycle, from requirements analysis through implementation, monitoring, and deployment. This position prioritizes quality, operational efficiency, and scalability.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop scalable, high-availability, distributed systems and middleware services
  • Write clean, testable, and efficient code utilizing best practices
  • Develop and execute unit and integration tests to ensure software functionality
  • Support continuous improvement by researching new technologies and methods while contributing to architectural reviews
  • Collaborate with developers, product owners, business analysts, QA, and other key stakeholders to deliver robust solutions
  • Troubleshoot and resolve performance bottlenecks and technical issues in production environments
  • Contribute to and adhere to Agile (Scrum) development processes
  • Mentor junior developers and promote coding best practices and efficient development methodologies
  • Build maintainable, flexible, and scalable solutions using appropriate technologies and methodologies
  • Investigate technical challenges and provide innovative solutions in line with project requirements

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in software development for back-end applications, demonstrating strong coding and debugging skills
  • Background in Java 8 and Kotlin, with expertise in frameworks like Spring Boot, Spring MVC, or Spring Integration
  • Knowledge of relational databases and SQL along with solid database design principles
  • Proficiency in messaging middleware such as Kafka and REST API design
  • Skills in containerization tools like Docker and orchestration systems such as Kubernetes
  • Familiarity with build tools like Maven and distributed systems design principles
  • Experience with performance optimization tools like APM, JProfiler, or JMeter
  • Hands-on experience with cloud technologies and infrastructure, with an ability to use serverless functions if required
  • Understanding of software design patterns and engineering best practices
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Capability to thrive in an Agile/Scrum team environment
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to tackle complex system challenges
  • Flexibility to learn and apply new technologies while maintaining attention to detail and self-organization
  • English proficiency at a B1+ level

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with distributed tracing and monitoring solutions for production
  • Understanding of serverless technologies and their practical implementation
  • Showcase of security best practices in back-end application development
  • Previous experience working on large-scale e-commerce or transactional platforms

Armenia (Prod)

We connect like-minded people

  • Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact  
  • Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your home 
  • Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year 
  • Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
  • Corporate and social events   

We invest in your growth

  • Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs 
  • Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
  • Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning and Udemy
  • Free English classes with certified teachers    

We cover it all

  • Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan 
  • Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program 
  • Comprehensive medical & family care package   
  • Four trust days per year for personal needs
  • Discounts for fitness clubs
  • Benefits package (hotels, restaurants, stores and services)

[epamgdo] Armenia (Remote)

This is a fully remote position that offers you the flexibility to work from any location in Armenia, whether it's your home or well-equipped offices in Yerevan or Gyumri.

[epamgdo] Armenia (About EPAM)

EPAM Armenia is a team of talented innovators united by a passion for technology. In 2014, we opened our first office in Yerevan, and now we have a second engineering hub in Gyumri. We've built a continuously learning organization that helps its employees rapidly advance their careers. Here you will work with the world's industry leaders, support impactful projects using the latest technologies, collaborate with multi-national teams, and have access to a wide variety of development opportunities.