We are seeking a highly skilled Python Team Lead Developer to join our dynamic team, where you will take ownership of solutions end-to-end and lead a group of talented Python developers.
With a focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving technical and architectural decisions, ensuring high-quality delivery, and fostering growth within the team.
Responsibilities
- Own team solutions from requirements analysis through deployment and production support
- Ensure quality, performance, and reliability of all deliverables and proactively resolve production issues
- Lead and mentor a team of 5-7 Python developers while fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture
- Enforce platform standards and best practices, particularly for microservices architecture and API-first development
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Business Analytics, Design, Frontend, and Mobile to align on requirements and API contracts
- Conduct code reviews to ensure consistency and adherence to agreed-upon standards
- Oversee Azure deployments using Kubernetes and Docker with CI/CD workflows via GitHub Actions
- Implement scalable microservices and RESTful APIs using Python 3.12 and FastAPI
- Ensure robust testing practices with tools like pytest, ruff, and mypy for high code quality
- Break down requirements into actionable tasks and manage timely delivery of projects under tight deadlines
- Proactively identify technical risks and dependencies and take measures for mitigation
- Evaluate new technologies and stay current with industry trends
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in software development with a focus on Python
- Expertise in building scalable microservices and RESTful APIs using Python and FastAPI
- Proficiency in testing frameworks like pytest and tools for code quality such as ruff and mypy
- Knowledge of containerization and orchestration with Kubernetes and Docker
- Background in using cloud platforms like Azure and configuring CI/CD workflows with GitHub Actions
- Capability to define and enforce platform standards, particularly in API-first development using OpenAPI specs
- Familiarity with inter-service communication and API contract design aligned with architectural best practices
- Skills in mentoring teams and fostering collaborative learning environments
- Understanding of system reliability, scalability, and performance optimization
Nice to have
- Qualifications in presenting technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
- Showcase of technical leadership in driving complex initiatives from requirements to production
- Familiarity with balancing delivery speed with technical excellence in fast-paced environments
We offer/Benefits
With us you can:
- Work on a flexible schedule remotely or from any of our comfortable offices or coworking spaces in Ukraine
- Receive the necessary equipment to perform your work tasks
- Change projects and technology stacks within EPAM
- Gain experience in various business domains (Insurance, E-commerce, Healthcare, Finance, Travelling, Media, Artificial Intelligence, and more)
- Relocation opportunities may be available for eligible candidates, depending on the role and openings at other EPAM locations
- Participate in volunteer, charity programs and communities (both technical and interest-based)
We focus on your professional growth:
- You can plan your individual career path together with your manager
- Receive regular feedback from colleagues
- Improve your English for free with certified teachers (Speaking Clubs, client interview preparation courses, etc.)
- Get the opportunity to undergo free training and certification in AWS, GCP, or Azure Clouds
- Use the internal E-learn training program (18,200+ specialized training and mentoring programs)
- Access corporate accounts on LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract and other partner resources
- Study at EPAM Solution Architecture School with the instructors who are practicing architects
- Develop as a leader, join Delivery Management, Resource Management, Leadership Essentials school and more
- Participate in internal communities (500+ meetups, technical discussions, brainstorming sessions, online events and conferences annually)
What we offer:
- Vacation and sick leave (including a sick leave without a medical certificate)
- A wide range of Voluntary Medical Insurance programs providing both medical treatment and various preventive options (including sports activities)
- Medical insurance for family members at corporate rates
- Company support during significant life events (childbirth or adoption, marriage, etc.)
- Support for psychological comfort: discounts on services from mental health specialists or coaches, thematic training
- E-kids program - a free programming language training program for EPAMers' children
Kindly be advised that the set of benefits, including learning, certification, and other opportunities, may vary depending on the role you apply for. Our recruiter will be able to share more details about the specific opportunity during your general interview.
Kindly note that this role supports remote work, but only from within Ukraine.
EPAM strives to provide its global team of over 62,350 professionals in more than 55 countries with opportunities for professional growth from day one of collaboration. Our colleagues are the source of EPAM's success, so we value cooperation, strive to always understand our clients' business and aim for the highest quality standards. No matter where you are, you will join a dedicated, diverse community that will help you realize your potential to the fullest.
