Lead Python Developer with AWS

EPAM Systems Inc; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems seeks a Lead Python Developer with AWS expertise to spearhead Treasury technology initiatives. You will lead backend engineering, define scalable microservices, and drive data integration into unified models.

You will mentor engineers, own architectural decisions, and shape directional tech choices for high-stakes financial apps. You will collaborate with global teams, drive testing and code quality, and partner with product owners to translate business needs into technical

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional Python development experience.
• At least 1 year of leadership experience.
• Strong backend experience with FastAPI, Django, or Flask.
• Experience designing microservices and API gateways.
• Ability to integrate data from multiple sources (xlsx, pdf, csv, json).
• Proven ability to mentor engineers and guide architectural decisions.
• Proficiency in shell scripting and OS-level operations.
• Solid Linux/Unix knowledge (process management, networking)
• Hands-on AWS, GitHub Actions, and REST API development.
• Experience with test automation and robust unit testing practices.
• Experience leading agile teams on complex applications.
• Excellent English communication, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Define and own microservices architectures, API gateways, and inter-service communication.
• Lead development and optimization of backend services using Python and modern frameworks.
• Architect data integration from multiple sources (xlsx, pdf, csv, json) into a unified model.
• Set standards for REST APIs with a focus on performance and scalability.
• Mentor engineers and guide career development within the team.
• Drive automation and oversee Linux OS-level operations via shell scripts.
• Lead root-cause analysis to troubleshoot complex systems and guide fixes.
• Champion comprehensive test coverage and test automation frameworks.
• Collaborate with globally distributed teams in an agile environment.
• Lead code reviews and raise engineering quality standards.
• Translate business needs into technical solutions with stakeholders.

Skills

Python development

Leadership

Backend design

REST API design

Data integration

Test automation

Agile leadership

English communication

Shell scripting

Linux/Unix

AWS

GitHub Actions

Jira/Confluence

Code reviews

Tools

FastAPI

Django

Flask

AWS

GitHub Actions

Jira

Confluence

Dagster

Kubernetes

Pandas

dbt

Job description

We are looking for a Lead Python Developer with AWS expertise to spearhead Treasury technology initiatives. In this role, you will lead backend engineering efforts, define scalable microservices architectures, and drive the integration of diverse data sources into unified data models. You will collaborate with global teams, lead and mentor engineers across seniority levels, own architectural decisions, and shape the technical direction of high-stakes financial applications.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the design and implementation of microservices architectures, API gateways, and inter-service communication
• Lead the development and optimization of backend services using Python and modern frameworks
• Architect solutions for integrating data from multiple sources (xlsx, pdf, csv, json) into a common data model
• Establish standards and best practices for building and maintaining REST APIs with a focus on performance and scalability
• Lead, mentor, and provide technical guidance to engineering team members, fostering their professional growth
• Drive automation strategies and oversee operating system-level operations through shell scripting
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system and application issues, guiding the team through root-cause analysis
• Champion strong test coverage through robust unit testing and test automation frameworks
• Collaborate with globally distributed teams in an agile environment and represent the team in cross‑functional discussions
• Lead code reviews, drive peer learning initiatives, and set engineering quality standards
• Partner with stakeholders and product owners to translate business needs into technical solutions

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in Python development
• At least 1 year of relevant leadership experience
• Deep proficiency in backend frameworks such as FastAPI, Django, and Flask, including API design and optimization
• Proven expertise in system design and software architecture, including microservices, API gateways, and inter‑service communication
• Strong skills in designing solutions for integrating data from multiple formats (xlsx, pdf, csv, json) into a common data model
• Demonstrated experience leading and mentoring engineering teams from a technical perspective, including performance guidance and career development
• Advanced knowledge of shell scripting (e.g., Bash) for task automation and OS‑level management
• Solid understanding of Linux/Unix operating systems, including process management, basic networking, and application layer integration
• Hands‑on experience with AWS, GitHub Actions, and REST API development
• Strong competency in test automation and robust unit testing practices, with the ability to define testing strategy
• Experience leading agile teams on complex, high‑stakes applications
• Collaborative leadership mindset with proven ability to work across global teams
• Experience driving technical decision‑making and architectural direction
• Familiarity with Atlassian tools such as Jira and Confluence
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (B2+ level)

Nice to have

• Frontend development experience with React and TypeScript
• Finance domain expertise, ideally in Payments or Treasury
• Familiarity with Dagster, Kubernetes, and Pandas
• Knowledge of dbt