We are looking for a Lead Python Engineer to become an integral part of our innovative team.
In this position, you will help advance our cloud-based platforms and play a pivotal role in shaping our technical direction. You’ll collaborate with talented colleagues and have a direct impact on the evolution of our technology stack.
Responsibilities
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Contribute to a requirements-driven development process, ensuring team alignment and shared understanding
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Create AI-driven solutions that enhance system design, deployment, and issue resolution
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Research and propose new technologies and tools for potential use in large-scale AI projects
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Build, support, and optimize AWS Lambda functions and API Gateway integrations using Python and boto3
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Oversee the transition of CI/CD workflows from older pipelines to GitHub Actions
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Administer infrastructure as code with Terraform and assist with Serverless framework operations
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Lead efforts to update, refactor, and retire legacy services, including tasks like OAuth upgrades, enabling WAF block mode, and addressing security vulnerabilities
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Set up and fine-tune AWS WAF configurations, resolving findings from SAST and SCA security assessments
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Connect internal and third-party platforms via REST APIs, including managing OAuth credentials for systems such as ServiceNow
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Streamline operational processes and support agent-based platform initiatives using tools like n8n, LangChain, or similar orchestration technologies
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Partner with the SRE Consultant to close telemetry gaps and automate Lambda data collection
Requirements
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At least 5 years of hands-on Python programming experience, with a focus on AWS Lambda and API Gateway in live environments
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Minimum of one year leading and coordinating development teams
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Advanced knowledge of boto3, with practical use of IAM, Secrets Manager, SSM, Lambda, API Gateway, CloudWatch, and WAF
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Strong experience with Terraform for managing infrastructure as code, including writing, updating, and reviewing modules
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Background in supporting and migrating legacy environments using the Serverless Framework
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In-depth understanding of AWS WAF setup, block-mode activation, and incident management
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Experience with security tools like SAST and SCA, and working within compliance frameworks
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Proven ability to handle brownfield projects, including migrations, decommissions, and system overhauls
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English communication skills at B2+ level or above, both written and verbal
Nice to have
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Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions, particularly during migration from cicd-functions
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Background in integrating ServiceNow for process automation or system connectivity
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Knowledge of Snowflake for managing data warehousing and analytics solutions
We offer
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International projects with top brands
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Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
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Healthcare benefits
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Employee financial programs
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Paid time off and sick leave
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Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
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Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
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Global career opportunities
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Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
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EPAM Employee Groups
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Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn
