Senior Java Developer

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential._

We are searching for a talented **Senior Java Developer** to join our **remote **team.

This role presents the chance to engage with state-of-the-art GenAI technologies and boost your understanding of vector search. The main tasks involve enhancing our cloud-based search engine, implementing sophisticated full-text semantic and vector search capabilities, and using AI methodologies to address business challenges.

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Enhancement of the cloud-based search engine through continuous relevancy tuning and improvements
- Implementation of sophisticated full-text semantic and vector search capabilities, primarily for RAG use cases
- Utilization of AI methodologies to address business issues
- Involvement in the development of high-end products
- Cooperation with various teams to enhance client offerings
- Contribution to the ongoing refinement of the search engine

**REQUIREMENTS**:

- A minimum of 3 years of development experience complemented by strong Java skills
- Proficiency in enterprise search platforms, full-text search technologies, and search engines
- Substantial experience with Amazon Web Services
- Knowledge of Elasticsearch and Solr
- English proficiency at an upper-intermediate level

NICE TO HAVE
- Familiarity with Generative AI
- Profound comprehension of algorithms and data structures
- Experience working with Apache Lucene Core and OpenSearch

WE OFFER
- Learning Culture - We want you to be the best version of yourself, that is why we offer unlimited access to learning platforms, a wide range of internal courses, and all the knowledge you need to grow professionally
- Health Coverage - Health and wellness are important, that is why we have you and up to four family members in a premiere health plan. We have a couple of options, so you can choose what is best for you and your family
- Visual Benefit - Seeing your work for us would be a sight for sore eyes. We want your vision to always be at 100% which is why we offer up to $200.000 COP for any visual health expenses
- Life Insurance Plan - We have partnered with MetLife to offer a full-coverage Ife insurance plan. So, your family is covered, even if you are gone
- Medical Leave Coverage - We are one of the few companies that cover 100% of your medical leave, for up to 90 days. Your health is the most important thing to us
- Professional Growth Opportunities - We have designed a highly competitive and complete development process, where you will have all the tools to get where you have always wanted to be, personally and professionally
- Stock Option Purchase Plan - As an EPAMer you can be more than just an employee, you will also have the opportunity to purchase stock at a reduced price and become a part owner of our organization
- Additional Income - Besides your regular salary, you will also have the chance to earn extra income by referring talent, being a technical interviewer, and many more ways
- Community Benefit - You will be part of a worldwide community of over 50,000 employees, where you can learn, challenge yourself, stand out, and share your knowledge and experience with multicultural teams