We are expanding our Python backend capabilities and want a Lead Python Developer to own architecture, quality, and secure delivery. You will guide the team through code reviews, optimize performance, and support AWS releases plus ReactJS integration work—apply now.
Responsibilities
- Architect and develop scalable backend systems and services
- Partner with team members to deliver high-quality software solutions
- Run code reviews and provide direction to uphold coding standards
- Tune system performance and fix technical issues as they arise
- Supervise integration of third-party APIs and external services
- Produce and maintain technical documentation for new and existing features
- Champion best practices across the software development lifecycle
- Lead continuous improvement of team processes and technical skills
Requirements
- Relevant professional software development experience of 5 years or more
- Minimum 1 year of experience leading and managing development teams
- Advanced Python skills for building, maintaining, and enhancing applications
- Experience with ReactJS to build user interfaces and integrate with backend systems
- Hands-on experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS) for cloud deployment and operations
- Strong foundation in database design, management, and optimization
- Working proficiency with Git for version control and collaboration
- Experience with Python web frameworks such as Django or Flask
- Understanding of Python web server configuration and deployment
- Awareness of security best practices in software engineering
- Experience implementing user authentication and authorization mechanisms
- Familiarity with Agile or Scrum software development methodologies
- Excellent English communication skills (B2+ Upper-Intermediate or higher), written and spoken
Nice to have
- Exposure to AI development or architecture, including machine learning model implementation, AI feature integration, or scalable AI infrastructure design
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
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