Python Tech Lead

EPAM Systems; Colombia; Presencial; COP 120.000.000 - 180.000.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

International projects with top brands

Global teams of highly skilled peers

Professional development and upskiling

Descripción de la vacante

EPAM Systems is seeking a Python Tech Lead to guide the software development team, shape architectural decisions, and ensure delivery of scalable solutions. You will mentor engineers, drive best practices, and collaborate across multi-national teams on innovative projects.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in Python, strong Django/Flask/FastAPI experience, cloud platforms, CI/CD, Docker, and a test-driven mindset. This on-site role offers global collaboration and professional growth opportunities.

Formación

• 8+ years of professional experience in software development (Python).
• Strong Python with Django, Flask or FastAPI.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP or Azure).
• Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines and containerization (Docker).
• Unit testing and test-driven development knowledge.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies.

Responsabilidades

• Lead development teams by providing technical direction and mentoring.
• Oversee architecture decisions and ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Drive production stability and resolve complex issues.
• Foster a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and career development initiatives.
• Take ownership of subsystems or entire projects and ensure timely delivery.
• Write and execute tests to validate functionality against defined cases.

Conocimientos

Strong Python proficiency

Leadership & mentoring

Unit testing

Herramientas

Django

Flask

FastAPI

Docker

CI/CD

AWS/GCP/Azure

Kubernetes

Descripción del empleo

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.

We are seeking a talented Python Tech Lead to drive the success of our development team, overseeing technical direction, ensuring high-quality deliverables, and fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. As a key contributor, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the architecture, mentoring team members, and ensuring the successful delivery of scalable and impactful solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead development teams by providing technical guidance, balancing workloads, and fostering collaboration
• Lead advanced debugging efforts to resolve production and development issues
• Ensure that products deliver business value, are completed on time, meet high-quality standards, and minimize technical debt
• Act as a role model for colleagues, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement
• Introduce and implement process improvements to enhance team efficiency and project outcomesParticipate in staff hiring, onboarding, and career development initiatives
• Provide tactical vision and take technical responsibility for subsystems or entire projects
• Work independently, take ownership of deliverables, and thoroughly test work using defined test cases

Requirements

• 8+ years of professional experience in software development (Python)
• Strong expertise in Python and frameworks such as Django, Flask, and FastAPI
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
• Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines and tools
• Hands‑on experience with Docker for containerization
• Strong knowledge of unit testing and test‑driven development
• Experience with databases (SQL and NoSQL)
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and practices

Nice to have

• Experience with Kubernetes for container orchestration
• Front‑end development experience with frameworks like Angular or React

We offer

• International projects with top brands
• Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
• 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

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.