Software Engineering Manager (Python)

EPAM Systems; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems is seeking a Software Engineering Manager with a strong Python background to lead and grow our team. This is a people-first role where managing people is as important as technical expertise, not merely a tech lead focused on solutions.

The role emphasizes building teams, defining development paths, and delivering high-quality software by coaching engineers and aligning resources with project goals.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on software engineering experience with Python.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and motivate engineers.
• Create personal development plans and career paths for them.
• Build a positive working environment and keep the team engaged.
• Plan resources for new and existing projects.
• Define hiring needs, recruit new people and set up onboarding.

Skills

Python

Leadership

People management

Communication

Job description

We are looking for a Software Engineering Manager with a Python background to lead and grow our team. This is a people-first role. You will spend a big part of your time managing people, and it is as important as your technical expertise. We are not looking for a tech lead who only drives solutions. We need a manager who wants to build teams and grow engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and motivate engineers.
• Create personal development plans and career paths for them
• Build a positive working environment and keep the team engaged
• Plan resources for new and existing projects.
• Define hiring needs, recruit new people and set up a strong onboarding process
• Develop the Python competency: define the required skills and technologies and organize training through EPAM L&D
• Build long-term relationships with clients, manage their expectations and take full responsibility for delivery
• Plan project schedules, set team priorities and make sure issues and defects are resolved on time
• Work with developers on requirements, review deliverables and uphold engineering standards (corporate and project-specific)
• Take part in solution design and make sure it meets business, financial and schedule goals

Requirements

• 7+ years of hands-on software engineering experience with Python
• Knowledge of and practical experience with AI-assisted development tools and AI solution engineering
• Proven experience managing a team of 5+ people and solving people management questions
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Good knowledge of project management and software engineering practicesEnglish level B2 or higher, spoken and written
• Nice to have Experience with cloud solutions, AWS or Azure preferred