We are seeking an experienced Lead DevOps Engineer to drive the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of a cloud-native delivery platform for AWS-based solutions. The role covers full-cycle infrastructure management, including provisioning, configuration, automation, observability, and security across multiple development and production environments.
This position offers hybrid setup with the flexibility to work from any location in Latvia, whether it's your home or our office in Riga.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and evolve AWS-based infrastructure aligned with the Well-Architected Framework
- Develop and optimize Infrastructure as Code solutions using Terraform/Terragrunt
- Manage the CI/CD ecosystem and ensure reliable software delivery processes
- Implement and improve monitoring, observability, and alerting mechanisms
- Enhance cost efficiency and apply FinOps best practices
- Support scalability, availability, and performance of core services through continuous improvements
- Support backend microservices written in Java/Kotlin and deployed in EKS
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in a DevOps or related engineering role
- At least 1 year of relevant leadership experience
- Expertise in Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Proficiency in Terraform for Infrastructure as Code
- Background in CI/CD tooling, including GitLab and Jenkins
- Skills in artifact and code quality management using JFrog Artifactory and SonarQube
- Excellent command of written and spoken English (B2+ level)
Nice to have
- Familiarity with Kubernetes and Helm
- Knowledge of Argo CD for GitOps-based deployments
- Understanding of Terragrunt for managing Terraform configurations
We offer/Benefits
- Engineering Heritage: Best-in-class experts sharing a culture of engineering excellence and tackling complex engineering challenges for over 30 years.
- Advanced Tech Stack: Innovative projects where you can apply or enhance your expertise in Cloud, Data, AI, and other emerging technologies.
- World-Class Clients: Work closely with 340+ of the Forbes Global 2000 on creating disruptive solutions that make a global impact.
- Professional Growth: Exceptional support for career development with comprehensive resources for upskilling or reskilling in pioneering practices.
- GenAI Community: Strong AI competencies with 600+ experts across 55+ locations driving GenAI-enabled transformation journeys.
- Entrepreneurial Culture: If you're passionate and dedicated to improving business transformation, we provide the support you need to bring your ideas to life.
- Hybrid Setup: The flexibility to work from any location in Latvia, whether it's your home or our office in Riga.
- Other Benefits: Additional vacation and trust days, private health insurance, Employee Stock Purchase Plan and more.
Salary range €4.5K-€6.3K gross, based on your experience and interview results.
About EPAM
EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. For over 30 years, our team has helped leading brands navigate the waves of digital transformation, building solutions that help them stay competitive through constant market disruption.With offices in 55+ countries, EPAM has grown in Latvia to over 150+ talented innovators in 4 years. We foster creativity and unconventional ways of doing things, welcoming like-minded professionals to join us.
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