Senior Systems Engineer - Microsoft Azure with Gen AI

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Systems Engineer with deep expertise in Azure DevOps and hands-on experience in building scalable, secure cloud-native and AI-powered solutions. Responsibilities • Design and implement a scalable Azure architecture • Develop advanced CI/CD pipelines with automation and quality gates • Lead infrastructure automation with Terraform, YAML and ARM • Manage AKS clusters and containerized workloads • Optimize systems for high availability, performance and cost • Build backend services using Azure-native components • Implement secure, production-grade deployments • Build and integrate GenAI applications using LLM APIs • Develop backend for AI-enabled applications • Mentor junior engineers Requirements • 5-8 years' experience in system engineering • Expertise in Azure architecture and advanced CI/CD strategy implementation • Proficiency in infrastructure automation at scale using Terraform, Bicep and ARM • Skills in Kubernetes (AKS) production deployments • Competency in networking, security and identity (IAM) • Background in OS administration across Windows and Linux • Knowledge of Azure AI Foundry and RAG architectures with Cognitive Search or Vector DB • Capability to build and integrate GenAI applications using LLM APIs • Strong system design and troubleshooting skills • Proven experience in production-grade deployments Nice to have • Understanding of AI agents and tools calling • Familiarity with MCP integrations 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.) 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.