Lead Python Developer with Aws Proficiency

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, 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._

We are looking for a Lead Python Developer with an expertise in AWS to join our remote team.

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Strategic guidance, designs, and solution patterns provision to team members
- Collaboration throughout the development life cycle
- Partnership with business analysts and customers for requirements review and optimization
- Review and validation of key functionality and integration with developers
- Assurance of design feasibility and integration with existing systems/platforms
- Support for automation/systems development necessities, including initial development

**REQUIREMENTS**:

- Minimum of 5 years of relevant software development experience
- Proven experience in leading and mentoring a team of engineers
- Expertise in Python 3, Object-Oriented Code & Design Patterns
- Proficiency in REST APIs, Git, and Unit Test writing
- Experience with NoSQL and SQL databases, event-driven systems & microservices
- Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS), serverless technologies, infrastructure as code (Cloudformation & CDK), and DevOps practices (CI/CD, Automated Pipelines)
- Experience in Agile, Scrum, Jira, and team collaboration
- Degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field
- Mastery of at least one major skill apart from core coding
- Ability to communicate complex technical topics to engineers, POs, PMs, or non-technical colleagues
- Capability to facilitate or actively participate in multi-team or multi-subproduct scrum activities and rituals
- Experience in monitoring, documentation, security, integration testing, visual design, and performance optimization
- Financial Services and, if available, mortgage industry experience
- English fluency with an Upper-Intermediate level (B2) or above

NICE TO HAVE
- Familiarity with Python frameworks such as Fast API, Flask, Django, and Snowflake

WE OFFER
- Learning Culture - We want you to be the best version of yourself, that is why we offer unlimited access to learning platforms, a wide range of internal courses, and all the knowledge you need to grow professionally
- Health Coverage - Health and wellness are important, that is why we have you and up to four family members in a premiere health plan. We have a couple of options, so you can choose what is best for you and your family
- Visual Benefit - Seeing your work for us would be a sight for sore eyes. We want your vision to always be at 100% which is why we offer up to $200.000 COP for any visual health expenses
- Life Insurance Plan - We have partnered with MetLife to offer a full-coverage Ife insurance plan. So, your family is covered, even if you are gone
- Medical Leave Coverage - We are one of the few companies that cover 100% of your medical leave, for up to 90 days. Your health is the most important thing to us
- Professional Growth Opportunities - We have designed a highly competitive and complete development process, where you will have all the tools to get where you have always wanted to be, personally and professionally
- Stock Option Purchase Plan - As an EPAMer you can be more than just an employee, you will also have the opportunity to purchase stock at a reduced price and become a part owner of our organization
- Additional Income - Besides your regular salary, you will also have the chance to earn extra income by referring talent, being a technical interviewer, and many more ways
- Community Benefit - You will be part of a worldwide community of over 50,000 employees, where you can learn, challenge yourself, stand out, and share your knowledge and experience with multicultural teams