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 Software Engineer - Python to set technical direction and deliver reliable, scalable software using Python and modern practices. You will shape designs, lead delivery, and partner across teams while improving CI/CD with GitHub Actions and strengthening database performance in PostgreSQL and MS SQL Server.

Responsibilities

- Partner with stakeholders to capture requirements, produce technical designs, and align solutions to business objectives
- Lead delivery of high-quality software systems that are scalable, maintainable, and robust
- Perform technical reviews, including code reviews, to enforce best practices, coding standards, and performance targets
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to drive smooth implementation of features and end-to-end solutions
- Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues throughout the development lifecycle
- Mentor team members by providing technical leadership and supporting skill growth
- Champion modern engineering processes and tools, including CI/CD practices via GitHub Actions




- Optimize application runtime and database queries to improve efficiency and scalability
- Apply Agile/Scrum practices to plan work and deliver incremental enhancements
- Oversee database architecture design and ensure correct integration with application components

Requirements

- Extensive software engineering experience of 7-12 years with demonstrated strength in Python
- Proficiency with PostgreSQL and MS SQL Server for database modeling, tuning, and administration
- Hands-on experience using GitHub Actions to automate workflows and implement CI/CD pipelines
- Practical knowledge of ReactJS to build interactive, dynamic user interfaces
- Solid understanding of Scrum/Agile methodologies for collaborative planning and iterative delivery

Nice to have

- Exposure to front-end frameworks other than ReactJS
- Ability to optimize cross-platform application performance
- Knowledge of advanced DevOps practices and tooling

We offer

- Prospect to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies
- Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications
- Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms
- Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons
- Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
- Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects
- Focused individual development
- Benefit package:
- Health benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Paid time off
- Flexible benefits

- Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)

📌 Lead Software Engineer - Python (India)
🏢 EPAM Systems
📍 India