Senior Python Engineer

EPAM Systems; Łódź; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid by design

Relocation opportunities

Stock Purchase Plan

Health insurance

English lessons

Paid time off

Job summary

EPAM Systems is seeking an experienced Senior Python Engineer to design, implement, and optimize scalable Python solutions in a cloud environment. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, modern software addressing complex business challenges and driving digital transformation.

The position follows a hybrid model with three days in-office across Poland; experience with AWS/Azure/GCP, Docker, Kubernetes, and API design is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of Python development experience with Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
• Commercial background in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud and hands-on cloud services.
• Proficiency in Docker, Kubernetes, and serverless frameworks.
• Experience designing RESTful APIs and integrating third‑party services.
• Knowledge of relational (MySQL/PostgreSQL) and non-relational (MongoDB/DynamoDB) databases.
• Understanding of Agile methodologies, Git, and unit testing.
• Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, AWS CodePipeline).

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Python solutions for web applications, APIs, data pipelines, AI/ML models, and automation.
• Design and manage cloud-based architectures on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Create scalable microservices and serverless apps using cloud-native tools.
• Optimize data pipelines with Python and cloud services like Lambda/Functions.
• Promote reliability with best practices, testing, and monitoring.
• Collaborate across product, operations, and engineering to define requirements.
• Set up CI/CD pipelines to improve deployment efficiency in cloud environments.
• Address production issues and improve performance in cloud setups.
• Keep up-to-date with Python trends and cloud advancements.
• Mentor juniors, perform code reviews, and uphold quality standards across the team.

Skills

Python

Cloud platforms

Docker

Kubernetes

REST APIs

CI/CD

AGILE

Git

Unit testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Django

Flask

FastAPI

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Python Engineer with expertise in Cloud technologies to contribute to a strategic project for one of our key clients.

As a Senior Engineer, you will create, enhance, and implement scalable, secure solutions utilizing Python and modern cloud platforms. Collaboration with cross-functional teams will be essential to deliver innovative software systems addressing complex business challenges and driving digital transformation.

This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring three days per week in-office at one of our locations in Krakow, Wroclaw, Gdansk, Warsaw, Poznan, Katowice, or Lodz.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality software solutions using Python for web applications, APIs, data pipelines, AI/ML models, and automation tools
• Design and manage cloud-based architectures utilizing platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Create scalable microservices and serverless applications using cloud-native tools and frameworks
• Optimize data pipelines and workflows using Python and cloud services such as AWS Lambda, Azure Functions, or GCP Cloud Functions
• Promote system reliability and scalability utilizing best coding practices, automated testing, and effective monitoring
• Work with product, operations, and engineering teams to define requirements, refine features, and implement solutions
• Set up CI/CD pipelines to enhance deployment efficiency in cloud environments
• Address production issues and improve system performance in cloud setups
• Keep up to date with Python trends, cloud advancements, and evolving tools
• Mentor junior team members, perform code reviews, and uphold quality standards across the team

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• 5+ years of Python development experience, with a focus on libraries such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI
• Commercial background in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud and hands-on experience with related services
• Competency in cloud-native technologies, including Docker, Kubernetes, and serverless frameworks
• Skills in designing RESTful APIs and integrating third‑party services
• Knowledge of database technologies, including relational databases like MySQL/PostgreSQL and non‑relational databases like MongoDB/DynamoDB
• Understanding of software development best practices, Agile methodologies, Git version control, and unit testing
• Experience with CI/CD tools, including Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or AWS CodePipeline
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities for tackling technical challenges
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate in team settings

Nice to have

• Background in AI or ML technologies

We offer

• We gather like‑minded people:
  • Top tech minds driving innovation in AI, cloud and digital platform modernization
  • Supportive team and agile, startup‑like culture
  • Hybrid by design mode and opportunity to work remotely within Poland
  • Chance to work abroad for up to 60 days annually
  • Business‑driven relocation opportunities
• We provide growth opportunities:
  • Career development programs
  • Thought leadership, mentoring, soft skills and well‑being programs
  • Certification (Anthropic, Gemini, GCP, Azure, AWS)
  • English classes
• We cover it all:
  • Stable pay
  • Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 15% discount
  • Benefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers)
  • Referral bonuses up to $2,000
  • Offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, coffee and more
  • Corporate, social and well‑being events
• Please, note:
  • Benefits listed above are available to employees only
  • We are open for working with Contractors. Terms of B2B cooperation agreements are agreed individually
  • We will reach out to selected candidates exclusively

EPAM is global leader in AI transformation engineering and integrated consulting, serving Forbes Global 2000 companies and ambitious startups. With over thirty years of expertise in custom software, product and platform engineering, we empower our clients to become AI‑Native enterprises, driving measurable value from innovation and digital investments.