Senior Python Developer

EPAM Systems; Colombia; On-site; COP 70,000,000 - 110,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Employee financial programs

Paid time off and sick leave

Upskilling and certification courses

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

EPAM Systems seeks a Senior Python Developer to enhance our Python platform and delivery quality. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, review code, tune performance, and integrate external APIs following Agile practices.

The role requires 3+ years of software development experience, strong Python skills, Django/Flask experience, and solid security knowledge. You'll work on scalable backend services within a multinational, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant software development experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Python for designing, evolving, and maintaining applications.
• Strong background in database design, administration, and performance tuning.
• Hands-on use of Git for version control and collaborative development workflows.
• Proven experience with Python web frameworks such as Django or Flask.
• Working knowledge of configuring and deploying Python web servers.
• Solid understanding of security fundamentals and applying them in software projects.
• Experience implementing user authentication and authorization systems.
• Familiarity with Agile or Scrum methodologies.
• English proficiency at B2+ (Upper-Intermediate) or higher, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support scalable backend systems and services aligned with business needs.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver dependable, effective software solutions.
• Conduct peer code reviews and promote strong code quality standards.
• Optimize system performance and resolve technical issues as they occur.
• Integrate external APIs and third-party services into backend components.
• Document new and existing system components with clear technical documentation.
• Champion and apply best practices across the software development lifecycle.
• Support improvements to team processes and help grow technical capabilities.

Skills

Python

Database design

Security fundamentals

Agile / Scrum

English (B2+)

Tools

Django

Flask

Git

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 building scalable backend services and need a Senior Python Developer to strengthen our Python platform and delivery quality. You will partner with cross-functional teams, review code, tune performance, and integrate external APIs while following best practices and Agile ways of working.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support scalable backend systems and services aligned with business needs
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver dependable, effective software solutions
• Conduct peer code reviews and promote strong code quality standards
• Optimize system performance and resolve technical issues as they occur
• Integrate external APIs and third-party services into backend components
• Document new and existing system components with clear technical documentation
• Champion and apply best practices across the software development lifecycle
• Support improvements to team processes and help grow technical capabilities

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of relevant software development experience
• Advanced knowledge of Python for designing, evolving, and maintaining applications
• Strong background in database design, administration, and performance tuning
• Hands-on use of Git for version control and collaborative development workflows
• Proven experience with Python web frameworks such as Django or Flask
• Working knowledge of configuring and deploying Python web servers
• Solid understanding of security fundamentals and applying them in software projects
• Experience implementing user authentication and authorization systems
• Familiarity with software development methodologies such as Agile or Scrum
• English proficiency at B2+ (Upper-Intermediate) or higher, written and spoken

Nice to have

• Practical experience working with AI technologies or Large Language Models (LLM) in development settings

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 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.