Senior Cloud Engineer (AWS)

EPAM Systems; Colombia; On-site; COP 90,000,000 - 180,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Up-skilling and certification courses

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

EPAM Systems is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer in Colombia to build and refine a scalable cloud environment that powers essential business processes. You will work with a skilled team of engineers and architects to deliver protected, automated cloud solutions.

The role emphasizes Terraform IaC, AWS services including Step Functions and Connect, and strong Python scripting for automation, with a focus on security and governance from the start.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of professional experience with AWS.
• Hands-on experience with AWS Backup for data protection and recovery.
• Experience using AWS Step Functions to coordinate serverless workflows.
• Experience with Amazon Connect for cloud-based contact centers.
• Proficiency in Python for scripting and automation.
• Familiarity with Terraform for infrastructure as code on AWS.
• Understanding of CI/CD practices for automated builds and deployments.
• Strong English communication skills (B2 or higher).

Responsibilities

• Develop Terraform-based Infrastructure-as-Code components to deploy Agent Space environments and IAM structures.
• Set up automated account vending with standardized security and governance from day one.
• Design and implement automated recovery procedures using AWS Step Functions and canaries to ensure platform stability.

Skills

AWS

Python

CI/CD

English (B2)

Automation

Serverless

Tools

Terraform

AWS Backup

AWS Step Functions

Amazon Connect

AWS Systems Manager

Job description

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 searching for a Senior Cloud Engineer with solid AWS know-how to become part of our expanding team. In this position, you will contribute to constructing and refining a reliable cloud environment that powers essential business processes. You will collaborate with a skilled group of engineers and architects to deliver protected, automated, and flexible cloud solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop Terraform-driven Infrastructure-as-Code components to launch Agent Space environments, define IAM permission structures, and roll out Security Agent elements
• Configure automated account vending mechanisms so that newly created lab accounts are equipped with standardized security and governance controls from the start
• Craft and deploy automated recovery procedures leveraging AWS Step Functions, together with backup integrity canaries and validation scripts to sustain platform stability

Requirements

• At least 3 years of tangible professional background operating within the Amazon Web Services landscape
• Hands-on knowledge of AWS Backup for structuring data protection and recovery frameworks
• Confirmed skill in applying AWS Step Functions to coordinate serverless routines and automation chains
• Working experience with Amazon Connect for launching and managing cloud-based contact center systems
• Robust Python programming abilities focused on scripting, workflow automation, and service-to-service integration
• Practical use of AWS Systems Manager for overseeing, updating, and configuring cloud components
• Firm understanding of Infrastructure-as-Code techniques through Terraform to establish and maintain AWS setups
• Knowledge of CI/CD practices for automating the building, testing, and rollout phases
• Proficient English communication skills at a B2 level or above, in both written and spoken formats

Nice to have

• Real-world experience in restoring and maintaining BitBucket and Nexus toolchains, including familiarity with backup, recovery, and continuity techniques applied to developer infrastructure

We offer

• 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 opportunitiesEPAM 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.