Senior Java Engineer (AI-Assisted SDLC)

We are seeking a Senior Java Engineer (AI-Assisted SDLC). You will build and support a core clearing platform, using Claude daily across design, coding, testing, review and documentation. You will ship small, well-tested changes early, work closely with domain experts and strengthen APIs, integrations, SQL models and event-driven services.

Responsibilities

• Build and enhance Java services for a core clearing platform across BAU and change delivery
• Use Claude or equivalent agentic tools daily to accelerate design, coding, testing, review and documentation
• Deliver small, well-tested improvements each sprint, balancing speed with release safety
• Develop and maintain APIs and microservices, including integration patterns and service contracts
• Support event-driven integrations using messaging technologies such as Kafka or MQ
• Work with relational data models, writing efficient SQL and supporting data quality
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, deployment hygiene and operational readiness
• Collaborate with domain experts to translate business processes into code, tests and specifications

Requirements

• Java skill sets, including modern Java (17+) and frameworks such as Spring Boot
• Generative AI in SDLC experience, with practical Claude usage and examples of productivity gains
• API and integration background across microservices and distributed systems
• SQL capability with relational data models and query optimization fundamentals
• Event-driven systems knowledge using tools such as Kafka or MQ
• CI/CD and DevOps understanding to support reliable releases
• Cloud and containers exposure for deployment and runtime operations

Nice to have

• Derivatives or clearing domain knowledge (ETD or OTC, margin, positions, settlement)
• Knowledge graphs or semantic models and exposure to Model Context Protocol (MCP)
• FIX protocol knowledge and client or exchange connectivity
• Python exposure for automation, analytics or AI integrations

We offer

• By choosing EPAM, you're getting a job at Great Place To Work-Certified™ in 2024, Glassdoor’s Top 100 Best Places to Work in 2023 & one of Most Loved Workplace, as recognized by Newsweek, 2021 - 2023.

• Employee ideas are the main driver of our business. We have a very supportive environment where your voice matters.

• You will be challenged while working side-by-side with the best talent globally. We work with top-notch technologies, constantly seeking new industry trends and best practices.

• We offer a transparent career path and an individual roadmap to engineer your future & accelerate your journey.

• At EPAM, you can find vast opportunities for self-development: online courses and libraries, mentoring programs, partial grants of certification, and experience exchange with colleagues around the world. You will learn, contribute, and grow with us.

Life at EPAM

- We are a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services that has rapidly grown in Australia since 2013.

- We adopt a global growth strategy, thinking and acting like start-ups, working in multi-disciplinary teams, and delivering results. With a multinational talented team, we have been delivering innovative solutions for cloud migration, cyber security, digital transformation, etc.  

- You will work in an open and friendly work environment where your professional skills and experience can stand out.

• Here, we summarize the typical journey to finding a job within EPAM.

• Apply and tell us about yourself!

• Go through some standard interviews:

• General interview with a recruiter
• Technical interview with our technology experts
• Manager interview or Offer interview with a hiring manager

• Get ready to join the team!

• Not sure if you meet all the requirements? No problem. Let's talk anyway and find out more!

• It takes 1 min of application to start the journey with us. Apply now!

Hybrid in Australia: Sydney