Lead DevOps Engineer

EPAM Systems, Inc.; Colombia; A distancia; COP 180.000.000 - 320.000.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Upskilling and certifications

LinkedIn Learning access

Global career opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

EPAM Systems, Inc. seeks a Lead DevOps Engineer to provide technical leadership in cloud architecture, automation, and operations. The role focuses on building reliable Azure/AWS platforms, implementing Kubernetes-based workloads, and driving CI/CD practices across multiple teams.

You will mentor engineers, enforce security/compliance, and continuously improve incident response and observability in a large enterprise setting.

Formación

• 5+ years in IT infrastructure, DevOps, or cloud engineering.
• Strong public cloud experience (AWS preferred).
• Kubernetes expertise for containerized apps.
• Strong Python for automation.
• IaC and automation tooling proficiency.
• Experience with GitLab CI/CD.

Responsabilidades

• Design and implement highly available and resilient cloud infrastructure.
• Partner with development and operations teams to refine deployment pipelines.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and monitoring.
• Promote CI/CD standards across multiple teams.
• Manage incidents in live and test environments.
• Improve documentation and ensure security/compliance.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance on DevOps tools.

Conocimientos

Kubernetes

Python

C#/Java

GitLab CI/CD

Cloud platforms

IaC

Automation

Herramientas

Terraform

Azure

AWS

Descripción del empleo

We are searching for an accomplished Lead DevOps Engineer who excels in technical leadership, demonstrates a high level of accountability, and brings a forward-thinking approach to architecture and operational best practices.The ideal candidate will have a strong record of developing, automating, and maintaining enterprise cloud platforms, with expertise in Microsoft Azure and/or AWS, Kubernetes, Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD, and cloud reliability engineering.ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement highly available and resilient cloud infrastructurePartner with development and operations teams to refine deployment pipelines and boost overall system performanceAutomate infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and monitoring processesPromote and enforce CI/CD standards and workflows across multiple teamsManage and resolve incidents in both live and test environmentsMaintain and improve documentation for infrastructure, processes, and operational proceduresEnsure all cloud operations adhere to security and compliance requirementsProvide mentorship and technical guidance on DevOps tools and cloud technologiesParticipate in incident reviews and drive improvements for system reliabilityExplore and recommend innovative tools and practices to advance the DevOps environmentRequirementsFive or more years of experience in IT infrastructure, systems engineering, DevOps, or cloud engineering rolesAt least one year of experience in a leadership or team coordination capacitySolid hands-on experience with public cloud platforms, preferably AWS, for designing and supporting cloud solutionsProven ability to maintain high-availability systems supporting critical business functionsExperience working in large organizations with complex application ecosystems and multiple stakeholdersDirect involvement in the architecture, rollout, and maintenance of cloud-based solutionsIn-depth expertise with Kubernetes for managing containerized applicationsStrong Python skills for automation and scriptingBackground in at least one statically typed, object-oriented, managed-runtime language such as C# or Java for backend and automation workComprehensive knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation tools for cloud resource managementExperience using DevOps, CI/CD, and release management platforms like GitLab to streamline delivery processesProficient in English at B2+ level or above, both written and spokenNice to haveExperience with Azure Automation Account and Azure Virtual Machines for streamlining Azure resource managementMicrosoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) or AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer – Associate certificationMicrosoft Azure Solutions Architect or AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate/Professional certification for advanced cloud architectureKubernetes certifications such as CKA or CKAD to validate Kubernetes administration or development skillsTerraform certification to demonstrate advanced Infrastructure as Code capabilities with TerraformWe offerInternational projects with top brandsWork with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peersHealthcare benefitsEmployee financial programsPaid time off and sick leaveUpskilling, reskilling and certification coursesUnlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ coursesGlobal career opportunitiesVolunteer and community involvement opportunitiesEPAM Employee GroupsAward-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedInEPAM 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.