Lead Cloud Engineer - Azure/GCP - Onsite

EPAM Systems, Inc.; Wilton (CT); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Life and AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

LinkedIn learning solutions

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Job summary

EPAM Systems, Inc. is seeking a Lead Cloud Engineer to own and deliver cloud-based features on Google Cloud Platform with exposure to Microsoft Azure.

You will independently take stories from design to testing, contribute to reference architectures, ensure security integration, and communicate decisions across teams. The role supports hybrid onsite work in Wilton, CT and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Hands-on GCP development experience (primary).
• Azure exposure is preferred.
• Own stories from design to testing.
• Experience with agile + DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with TOGAF/ITIL is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create, refine, and estimate user stories with product owners and stakeholders.
• Independently deliver stories from design through testing.
• Develop cloud solutions in GCP with Azure exposure.
• Contribute to reference architectures and solution blocks for cloud adoption.
• Ensure security is integrated into solutions and processes.
• Communicate progress and technical decisions clearly to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into working solutions.

Skills

GCP

Azure exposure

Independent ownership

DevOps

Communication

Tools

TOGAF

ITIL

Job description

Join our team as a Lead Cloud Engineer, where you'll take ownership of user stories, execute independently on development tasks, and deliver secure, scalable Google Cloud solutions (with Azure exposure) that drive business innovation.At EPAM, you'll work on cutting-edge technologies, solve complex challenges, and shape the future of digital innovation. With access to continuous learning, mentorship, and global projects, your expertise will drive meaningful change.Req# 987517871ResponsibilitiesParticipate in user story creation, refinement, and estimation alongside product owners and business stakeholdersIndependently pick up and complete user stories from design through implementation and testingDevelop and implement cloud solutions for infrastructure and applications, primarily in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), with exposure to Microsoft AzureContribute to reference architectures, guiding principles, and solution building blocks for enterprise cloud adoptionSupport technology standards and best practices for cloud services and programmable infrastructureEnsure security is integrated into all development and cloud solutions through proper design and implementationCommunicate progress, technical decisions, and impacts clearly to stakeholders across various roles and business domainsDevelop proof-of-concept and contribute to position papers to drive technological improvements and innovationCollaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into working technical solutionsRequirementsStrong hands-on development experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) — primary requirementKnowledge and experience with Microsoft Azure is preferredProven ability to work independently, taking ownership of stories/tasks from start to finishStrong knowledge of cloud-based delivery models, PaaS offerings, and data integration patternsExperience applying engineering and coding skills in agile environments with DevOps practicesExcellent communication skills, with demonstrated ability to engage independently with stakeholders across various roles and business domainsFamiliarity with IT architecture methodologies (e.g., TOGAF) and service management processes (ITIL) is a plus, but not requiredMust be able to work onsite at client's office in Wilton, CT 2-3 days a weekWe offerMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Subsidized)Health Savings AccountFlexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (Company Provided)Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)Employee Assistance ProgramUnlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutionsMatched 401(k) Retirement Savings PlanPaid Time OffLegal Plan and Identity Theft ProtectionAccident InsuranceEmployee DiscountsPet InsuranceEmployee Stock Purchase ProgramEPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our clients, 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.Engineer the Future with a Career at EPAMApplications will be accepted on a rolling basis.EPAM will not provide new H-1B visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates with existing transferable H-1B status may be considered.