EPAM Systems

We are seeking a Senior Python Developer to join our team.

In this role, you will play a key part in designing and delivering robust, scalable applications that power our products. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to bring innovative ideas to life and shape the technical direction of our solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend services and applications
• Architect scalable, reliable, and secure software solutions aligned with business goals
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define and deliver new features
• Review code written by team members and provide constructive feedback to ensure quality standards
• Mentor and guide junior developers, fostering their professional growth
• Optimize existing codebases for improved performance, scalability, and maintainability
• Participate in technical planning sessions and contribute to architectural decisions
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex production issues in a timely manner
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and recommend improvements to development practices

Requirements

• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in software development
• Strong proficiency in Python for building backend applications and services
• Hands-on experience with React for developing modern, responsive user interfaces
• Solid knowledge of relational and/or NoSQL databases, including schema design and query optimization
• Proficiency with Git for version control, branching strategies, and collaborative development
• Proven leadership skills with experience guiding teams, mentoring developers, and driving technical decisions
• Experience working with Python web frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI
• Familiarity with Python web servers (e.g., Gunicorn, uWSGI) for deploying production-ready applications
• Strong understanding of application security best practices and common vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10)
• Experience with software development methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, or Kanban
• Knowledge of user authentication and authorization mechanisms, including OAuth, JWT, and role-based access control
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English (B2+ level or higher)

Nice to have

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
• Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

We offer/Benefits

• International projects with top brands
• Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
• Healthcare benefits
• Employee financial programs
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
• Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
• Global career opportunities
• Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
• EPAM Employee Groups
• Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn