Engineering Manager (Java Organization)

EPAM is looking for anEngineering Manager to join our Java Discipline Organization and lead ongoing engagements while growing and developing a mid-sized engineering organization. In this role, you will help global clients build enterprise-level systems, products and AI-driven solutions that streamline business processes, increase efficiency, and enable people to focus on higher-value, creative work.

• Are you excited to lead, grow, and develop an engineering organization of 50+ people?
• Are you confident managing delivery within the timeline, budget, and scope while adapting to changing priorities?
• Are you technically strong and hands-on with solution design across the Java ecosystem?
• Are you looking for opportunities to lead AI transformation initiatives for teams and clients?
• Do you thrive in stakeholder-facing environments and know how to build strong, effective partnerships?

Join EPAM's Java Discipline Organization and work with some of the world's leading companies, delivering high-impact solutions, services, and products across Financial Services, Insurance, High Tech, E-commerce, Telecom, Healthcare, and other industries.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a mid-sized Java engineering organization of 30–50 people
• Hire the right talent at the right time
• Drive staffing, interviewing, and hiring decisions
• Enable talent growth and professional development
• Advance engineering excellence by establishment of quality practices and delivery standards
• Build AI capabilities across the team and drive AI adoption in projects and within the organization
• Contribute to organizational growth at the local, regional, and global levels
• Lead AI transformation initiatives within the organization and for strategic clients
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team environment
• Mentor and coach engineers and leaders
• Resolve people management challenges thoughtfully and effectively
• Own delivery from kick-off to go-live and post-production support
• Serve as a primary point of contact for customers and key stakeholders
• Communicate project status, priorities, and risks proactively
• Manage project budgets and ensure effective resource allocation
• Prepare work breakdown structures and resource plans
• Lead distributed project teams across locations
• Establish an effective governance model for smooth delivery and decision-making
• Ensure product quality and inspire teams to deliver measurable business value
• Identify opportunities to grow accounts, improve project outcomes, and support new business development

Requirements

• 4–5+ years of engineering or delivery management experience
• Hands-on engineering experience in the Java ecosystem and cloud environments
• Practical AI skills and experience with application of AI tools across the software development lifecycle
• Strong knowledge of Agile delivery methodologies
• Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• A proactive, self-driven mindset and the ability to work with minimal direction
• Excellent communication skills and strong emotional intelligence
• English proficiency at Upper-Intermediate+ (B2+) level or higher
• Fluency in Georgian language
• A strong commitment to delivery of high-quality products and exceptional client service
• The ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including offshore and onsite teams, Account Managers, and client representatives
• Experience with delivery of enterprise-grade solutions
• A strong understanding of the full product development lifecycle, from pre-sales to post-production support
• The ability to manage multi-stream projects or programs
• Proven ability to lead and scale teams of 30+ people while handling people management matters effectively

Nice to have

• Familiarity with pre-sales activities and solution design
• Project management experience
• Experience with AI solutioning