Chief Backend Engineer

EPAM Systems; Mexico; On-site; PHP 7,524,000 - 11,285,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Upskilling opportunities

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

EPAM Systems is seeking a Chief Backend Engineer to lead backend development for the Internal Developer Platform (IDP) built on Backstage. You will own backend architecture, design scalable microservices, and drive secure, efficient developer experiences across multinational teams.

You will mentor engineers, collaborate with tools like Git, Kubernetes, and Argo Workflows, and ensure resilient services while expanding platform capabilities for enterprise customers worldwide.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on backend experience.
• 2+ years directing and managing development teams.
• Strong Node.js/TypeScript backend practices.
• Backstage backend plugin development and API construction.
• APIs and microservices for scalable platforms.
• Kubernetes/containerized infra familiarity.
• Proficient English (B2+).

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and delivery of Backstage backend plugins and services.
• Lead backend architecture for catalog, scaffolder, workflows, and APIs.
• Integrate Git, CI/CD, Kubernetes, and Argo Workflows.
• Plan developer workflows and automated pipelines.
• Develop RBAC and authentication/security controls.
• Mentor team and promote engineering standards.

Skills

Backend engineering

Team leadership

API design

Microservices

Kubernetes

Argo Workflows

Backstage

English communication

Tools

Backstage

Kubernetes

Argo Workflows

Git

CI/CD

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 looking for a Chief Backend Engineer to take charge of backend development for our Internal Developer Platform (IDP) built on top of Backstage. This position is focused on delivering resilient services, efficient developer experiences, and seamless platform integrations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design and delivery of Backstage backend plugins and services that drive essential platform features
• Assume full responsibility for backend architecture covering the catalog, scaffolder, workflows, and APIs, with an emphasis on scalability and reliability
• Build connections between platform tools such as Git, CI/CD systems, Kubernetes, and Argo Workflows to enhance operational efficiency
• Plan and implement developer workflows along with automated pipelines designed to increase engineering output
• Develop RBAC frameworks, authentication mechanisms, and service-to-service security controls to protect platform data and resources
• Lead the ongoing design and enhancement of a scalable microservices-based architecture
• Provide mentorship to team members and promote the adoption of sound engineering standards across the organization

Requirements

• At least 7 years of relevant hands-on experience
• A minimum of 2 years spent directing and managing development teams
• Strong foundation in Node.js/TypeScript backend engineering practices
• Practical experience with Backstage, including backend plugin development and API construction
• Demonstrated ability to build APIs and microservices that support platforms at scale
• Familiarity with Kubernetes and containerized infrastructure
• Experience utilizing Argo Workflows or similar tools for workflow orchestration
• Excellent English communication skills (B2 level or higher)

Nice to have

• Experience applying CI/CD methodologies to support automated build, testing, and deployment cycles
• Familiarity with GitHub Actions for simplifying automation across workflows and pipelines
• Knowledge of platform engineering fundamentals to support building scalable internal developer tools
• Awareness of authentication and authorization frameworks, such as OAuth and SSO
• Hands-on exposure to PostgreSQL or comparable database technologies for managing data storage

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.