Lead Python Software Engineer

EPAM Systems is building cloud-native, AI-enabled backend services for their client's platform, and they are seeking a Lead Python Software Engineer. In this role, you will develop reliable Python services, maintain key C#/.NET parts, and ship AWS-based REST APIs while integrating AI features into production.

Responsibilities:

• Design backend services primarily in Python
• Oversee maintenance and improvements of existing C#/.NET components
• Build REST APIs and AWS-based services for scalable deployment
• Implement AI-powered features in production applications
• Conduct code reviews and contribute to technical design decisions
• Resolve production issues through efficient troubleshooting and root-cause analysis
• Collaborate with Product, QA, and Architecture teams to align delivery
• Create technical documentation and reinforce engineering best practices
• Optimize system performance and improve maintainability over time

Requirements:

• Proven track record in commercial software development with 5+ years of experience
• Deep expertise in Python development with working knowledge of C#/.NET
• Hands-on experience with AWS Cloud, REST API development, and Git
• Solid background in SQL and building production backend applications
• Strong understanding of cloud-native application development approaches
• Thorough knowledge of object-oriented design principles, Clean Code, and software design patterns
• Practical experience working in Agile development environments
• Working knowledge of CI/CD practices and source control workflows
• English proficiency at B2 (Upper-Intermediate) level or higher
• Familiarity with Generative AI / LLM applications and Agentic AI concepts
• Knowledge of AWS Bedrock, Terraform (HCL), and JavaScript / TypeScript
• Skills in Prompt Engineering, Streamlit, and Jupyter Notebooks
• Background in enterprise-scale distributed systems
• Experience in automotive or CRM domain