We are expanding our Python backend capabilities and want a Lead Python Developer to own architecture, quality, and secure delivery. You will guide the team through code reviews, optimize performance, and support AWS releases plus ReactJS integration work—apply now.
Responsibilities
- Architect and develop scalable backend systems and services
- Partner with team members to deliver high-quality software solutions
- Run code reviews and provide direction to uphold coding standards
- Tune system performance and fix technical issues as they arise
- Supervise integration of third-party APIs and external services
- Produce and maintain technical documentation for new and existing features
- Champion best practices across the software development lifecycle
- Lead continuous improvement of team processes and technical skills
Requirements
- Relevant professional software development experience of 5 years or more
- Minimum 1 year of experience leading and managing development teams
- Advanced Python skills for building, maintaining, and enhancing applications
- Experience with ReactJS to build user interfaces and integrate with backend systems
- Hands-on experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS) for cloud deployment and operations
- Strong foundation in database design, management, and optimization
- Working proficiency with Git for version control and collaboration
- Experience with Python web frameworks such as Django or Flask
- Understanding of Python web server configuration and deployment
- Awareness of security best practices in software engineering
- Experience implementing user authentication and authorization mechanisms
- Familiarity with Agile or Scrum software development methodologies
- Excellent English communication skills (B2+ Upper-Intermediate or higher), written and spoken
Nice to have
- Exposure to AI development or architecture, including machine learning model implementation, AI feature integration, or scalable AI infrastructure design
We offer/Benefits
- International projects with top brands
- Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
- Healthcare benefits
- Employee financial programs
- Paid time off and sick leave
- Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
- Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
- Global career opportunities
- Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
- EPAM Employee Groups
- Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn
EPAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
