Lead Platform Engineer/Architect - HPC, Kubernetes

EPAM Systems; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical,Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Job summary

EPAM Systems, Inc. in New York seeks an experienced Infrastructure Engineer to operate and scale Kubernetes platforms across multi-cloud providers, supporting thousands of GPUs and large-scale workloads.

You will design and maintain HPC infrastructure, build production-grade tooling, and define SLIs/SLOs with incident response responsibilities, collaborating across Networking, Storage, Security, and AI/ML teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of infrastructure engineering, cloud platforms, or HPC environments.
• Expert-level Kubernetes experience at meaningful scale with cluster lifecycle, scheduling, and upgrades.
• Advanced Python skills; Go/Rust/C++ are a strong plus.
• Daily proficiency with Terraform for infrastructure as code.
• Working knowledge of core AWS services (EC2, S3, EFS, FSx for Lustre).
• Strong SRE background with monitoring, alerting, and incident response practices.
• CKA/CKS certificates are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and scale Kubernetes platforms (EKS, GKE, and other distributions) including cluster lifecycle management, node pool optimization, and networking policies during periods of rapid growth.
• Provision and manage HPC infrastructure through CI/CD pipelines spanning AWS, CoreWeave, GCP, OCI, and additional cloud providers.
• Design and maintain job scheduling systems that efficiently allocate GPU compute resources across training and inference workloads.
• Define SLIs/SLOs, build robust monitoring and alerting systems, and actively participate in incident response and post-incident reviews.
• Develop production-quality tooling and automation to support multi-cloud infrastructure operations at scale.
• Collaborate daily with Networking, Storage, Security, and AI/ML platform teams to ensure seamless cross-functional infrastructure delivery.

Skills

Kubernetes at scale

Python

Terraform

AWS knowledge

Site reliability engineering

Tools

Go

Rust

C++

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Join a high-growth infrastructure team operating Kubernetes platforms across multiple cloud providers at massive scale. You'll build the systems that power thousands of GPUs, where your code and configurations directly protect thousands of GPU-hours from costly failures.EPAM is where tech talent thrives—building groundbreaking solutions, advancing your skills through world-class learning platforms, and working alongside a global community of problem-solvers to make the future real.Req# 1103823066ResponsibilitiesOperate and scale Kubernetes platforms (EKS, GKE, and other distributions) including cluster lifecycle management, node pool optimization, and networking policies during periods of rapid growthProvision and manage HPC infrastructure through CI/CD pipelines spanning AWS, CoreWeave, GCP, OCI, and additional cloud providersDesign and maintain job scheduling systems that efficiently allocate GPU compute resources across training and inference workloadsDefine SLIs/SLOs, build robust monitoring and alerting systems, and actively participate in incident response and post-incident reviewsDevelop production-quality tooling and automation to support multi-cloud infrastructure operations at scaleCollaborate daily with Networking, Storage, Security, and AI/ML platform teams to ensure seamless cross-functional infrastructure deliveryRequirements10+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering, cloud platforms, or high-performance computing environmentsExpert-level Kubernetes experience at meaningful scale, including node pool sizing, scheduler debugging, CNI troubleshooting, and rolling upgrades across large fleetsAdvanced Python skills with a track record of building production-grade tools, not just scripts; experience with Go, Rust, or C++ is a strong plusDaily proficiency in Terraform for writing and reviewing infrastructure as codeWorking knowledge of core AWS services including EC2, S3, EFS, and FSx for LustreStrong site reliability engineering background with experience building monitoring, alerting, and incident response practicesCKA, CKS certificates are highly preferredWe 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 Off – the employee will be eligible to accrue 15-25 paid days, depending on specific level and tenure with EPAM (accrual eligibility may change over time)Paid Holidays - nine (9) total per yearLegal Plan and Identity Theft ProtectionAccident InsuranceEmployee DiscountsPet InsuranceEmployee Stock Purchase ProgramIf otherwise eligible, participation in the discretionary annual bonus programIf otherwise eligible and hired into a qualifying level, participation in the discretionary Long-Term Incentive (LTI) ProgramFor remote work in New York City only.EPAM 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 EPAMThis posting includes a good faith range of the salary EPAM would reasonably expect to pay the selected candidate. The range provided reflects base salary only. Individual compensation offers within the range are based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to: geographic location, experience, credentials, education, training; the demand for the role; and overall business and labor market considerations. Most candidates are hired at a salary within the range disclosed. Salary range: $145,000 - $170,000. In addition, the details highlighted in this job posting above are a general description of all other expected benefits and compensation for the position.Applications 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.It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.