Chief AI-Native Engineer

EPAM Systems, Inc.; Málaga; Híbrido; EUR 120.000 - 190.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Private health insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

100% paid sick leave

Referral program

Professional certifications

Language courses

Descripción de la vacante

EPAM Systems, Inc. seeks a Chief AI-Native Engineer in Málaga for a hybrid role. You will lead end-to-end delivery of AI-powered financial assistant features, architecting backend components, and guiding a small skilled team.

Expect close collaboration with frontend engineers and a startup-like fast pace. You will shape system design, apply AI-assisted programming, and ensure robust, scalable solutions in AWS, Kubernetes and Terraform-based environments, while maintaining high code quality and

Formación

• 7+ years of software engineering delivering end-to-end solutions.
• Strong Python expertise with exposure to Python-based frameworks.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS), Kubernetes and IaC tooling.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the design and delivery of AI-native features in a financial assistant platform.
• Architect backend components and APIs, ensuring scalability and reliability.
• Mentor engineers and drive best practices in testing and deployment.
• Collaborate with frontend teams (React/TypeScript) to create integrated AI-enabled UX.

Conocimientos

Python

FastAPI

AWS

Kubernetes

Terraform

TypeScript/React

Herramientas

Node.js

Descripción del empleo

We're looking for a Chief AI-Native Engineer to join our team in Malaga, Spain in a hybrid working mode. In this role, you will lead the development of a next-generation AI-powered financial assistant platform, driving end-to-end delivery from system design to implementation in a fast-paced, startup-like environment.You will work closely with a small, highly skilled engineering team to design, build and optimize AI-driven solutions that enhance financial workflows. This position offers the opportunity to directly influence the product while working with cutting-edge technologies, modern architectures and AI-assisted programming tools.ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop and deploy AI-driven solutions for next-generation financial assistant featuresArchitect and implement backend components and APIs using Python and FastAPI or similar frameworksMaintain high-quality, scalable systems leveraging AWS cloud, Kubernetes and Terraform for infrastructure automationCollaborate on frontend development with React (TypeScript) and integrated AI-driven UI componentsApply AI-assisted programming approaches and modern engineering practicesGather requirements from high-level definitions, perform system design and ensure robustness across edge casesWork closely with engineering peers to define and iterate on product capabilities in an agile and lean setupEnsure automated testing, reliability and best practices throughout the development lifecycleRequirements7+ years of experience in software engineering with a strong track record of end-to-end solution deliveryProficiency in Python (or other languages with readiness to learn Python quickly)Hands-on experience with FastAPI or similar Python-based frameworksExpertise in cloud infrastructure (AWS), orchestration tools (Kubernetes) and IaC technologies (Terraform)Ability to work in a startup-like environment, demonstrating ownership and autonomyHigh proficiency in identifying requirements, performing architectural design and delivering technical solutionsFamiliarity with TypeScript/JavaScript and frameworks like React or Next.js for frontend workKnowledge of AI-assisted programming tools and coding practicesStrong commitment to code quality, testing and continuous improvementExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills with fluent English proficiencyNice to haveExperience building financial products or AI-enhanced digital platformsFamiliarity with Node.js or similar technologies for backend/frontend integrationPrevious contributions to AI or machine learning-based applicationsWe offerPrivate health insuranceEPAM Employees Stock Purchase Plan100% paid sick leaveReferral ProgramProfessional certificationLanguage coursesEPAM is a leading digital transformation services and product engineering company with 61,700+ EPAMers in 55+ countries and regions. Since 1993, our multidisciplinary teams have been helping make the future real for our clients and communities around the world. In 2018, we opened an office in Spain that quickly grew to over 1,450 EPAMers distributed between the offices in Málaga, Madrid and Cáceres as well as remotely across the country. Here you will collaborate with multinational teams, contribute to numerous innovative projects, and have an opportunity to learn and grow continuously.Why Join EPAMWORK AND LIFE BALANCE. Enjoy more of your personal time with flexible work options, 24 working days of annual leave and paid time off for numerous public holidays.CONTINUOUS LEARNING CULTURE. Craft your personal Career Development Plan to align with your learning objectives. Take advantage of internal training, mentorship, sponsored certifications and LinkedIn courses.CLEAR AND DIFFERENT CAREER PATHS. Grow in engineering or managerial direction to become a People Manager, in-depth technical specialist, Solution Architect, or Project/Delivery Manager.STRONG PROFESSIONAL COMMUNITY. Join a global EPAM community of highly skilled experts and connect with them to solve challenges, exchange ideas, share expertise and make friends.