Lead Software Engineer - Python

Job description

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 seeking a Lead Software Engineer - Python to lead development, shape technical decisions, and deliver robust, scalable solutions built around Python and modern engineering standards. You will coordinate execution across teams, elevate CI/CD via GitHub Actions, and optimize PostgreSQL and MS SQL Server performance. Responsibilities • Engage stakeholders to elicit requirements, produce technical designs, and align solutions with business goals • Build and lead delivery of maintainable, scalable, high-quality software systems • Review designs and code to ensure best practices, coding standards, and performance expectations are met • Coordinate across cross-functional teams to ensure successful rollout of features and solutions • Resolve complex technical challenges and unblock delivery across the full development lifecycle • Coach and mentor team members, providing technical leadership and supporting skills development • Advance modern development processes and tools, including CI/CD practices implemented with GitHub Actions • Optimize application performance and database queries to improve efficiency and scalability • Leverage Agile/Scrum methodologies to manage work and deliver iterative improvements • Lead database architecture design efforts and ensure seamless integration with application systems Requirements • Demonstrated 7-12 years of software development background with deep expertise in Python • Proven proficiency in PostgreSQL and MS SQL Server covering design, optimization, and database management • Hands-on capability with GitHub Actions to implement automation and CI/CD workflows • Solid competency in ReactJS for building interactive, dynamic user interfaces • Strong understanding of Scrum/Agile ways of working for collaborative development and delivery Nice to have • Awareness of front-end frameworks besides ReactJS • Skill in cross-platform application performance optimization • Knowledge of advanced DevOps practices and tools We offer • Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies • Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications • Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms • Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons • Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions • Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects • Focused individual development • Benefit package: • Health benefits • Retirement benefits • Paid time off • Flexible benefits • Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)