Senior Python Engineer

EPAM Systems; Brasil; On-site; BRL 200,000 - 340,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems in Brazil is seeking a Senior Python Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable backend services using Python and cloud-native architectures. You will develop APIs, microservices, and data pipelines while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive robust solutions.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of software development, strong Python experience, and familiarity with FastAPI/Flask/Django, plus exposure to AWS, Azure, or GCP.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in software development.
• Solid experience in Python backend development.
• Familiarity with frameworks like FastAPI, Flask or Django.
• Practical experience using AWS, Azure or GCP.
• Proven background building REST APIs and microservices.
• Sound knowledge of relational and/or NoSQL databases.
• Exposure to CI/CD, testing and modern software engineering practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Build backend services and APIs with Python.
• Architect scalable cloud-based solutions and microservices.
• Handle databases, queues, cloud services and integrations.
• Partner with DevOps, QA, product and engineering teams.
• Take part in architecture discussions and technical decision-making.
• Maintain code quality, security, performance and reliability.
• Assist with deployment, monitoring and troubleshooting of production systems.

Skills

Python backend development

REST APIs

Cloud platforms

DevOps collaboration

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

CI/CD tooling

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Python Engineer who brings strong backend development expertise along with a solid grasp of cloud-native solutions. The right candidate will be capable of designing, building and maintaining scalable backend services through Python and modern cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Build backend services and APIs with Python
• Architect scalable cloud-based solutions and microservices
• Handle databases, queues, cloud services and integrations
• Partner with DevOps, QA, product and engineering teams
• Take part in architecture discussions and technical decision-making
• Maintain code quality, security, performance and reliability
• Assist with deployment, monitoring and troubleshooting of production systems

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in software development
• Solid experience in Python backend development
• Familiarity with frameworks like FastAPI, Flask or Django
• Practical experience using AWS, Azure or GCP
• Proven background building REST APIs and microservices
• Sound knowledge of relational and/or NoSQL databases
• Exposure to CI/CD, testing and modern software engineering practices
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities

Nice to have

• Working knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes
• Background in serverless architectures
• Familiarity with data pipelines or event-driven architectures
• Understanding of Terraform or infrastructure as code

EPAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.