Overview

EPAM is looking for an experienced Senior AI Python Engineer to join our Life Sciences and Healthcare projects, with a strong focus on bioinformatics and data-driven solutions.

This role is ideal for engineers who want to apply Python, AI, and advanced analytics to real-world biological and biomedical challenges.

You will contribute to impactful projects for global pharmaceutical, biotech, and healthcare companies, supporting solutions in bioinformatics, computational biology, genomics, and AI-driven drug discovery. In this role, you will participate in designing and implementing scalable, cloud-native platforms that process biomedical data, support research and drug development, and enable data-driven decision-making in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to creating cloud-native, AI-driven solutions for Life Sciences using Python
  • Assist with building and optimizing data processing pipelines for large-scale biological and biomedical datasets (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, clinical data)
  • Support the integration and application of Generative AI solutions, including LLMs and RAG, in bioinformatics and drug discovery workflows
  • Utilize computational and statistical techniques for high-throughput biological data, including sequence-based and omics data
  • Collaborate with bioinformaticians, computational biologists, data scientists, and domain experts to implement technical solutions based on scientific requirements
  • Facilitate technical improvements, review code, and ensure high-quality documentation and maintainability
  • Enhance AI components within client solutions and EPAM in-house platforms while following best practices for development processes
  • Tackle challenges around data scale, security, and performance in computational life sciences applications
  • Keep informed about advancements in Life Sciences, AI, and cloud technologies, applying new approaches in projects

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in Python software engineering, along with practical exposure to Life Sciences, Healthcare, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or related domains
  • Proficiency in Python and modern web/API frameworks (Django, Flask, FastAPI)
  • Experience with scientific and analytical Python libraries (NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, scikit-learn) and/or a relevant M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or a related quantitative field
  • Exposure to handling biological, biomedical, or clinical data, including NGS, transcriptomics, proteomics, multi-omics, or genomic data formats (FASTQ, BAM, VCF)
  • Familiarity with integrating AI / ML models into production systems in data-intensive or regulated contexts
  • Strong understanding of software design principles, data structures, and algorithms
  • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to contribute to technical discussions and solution design
  • Excellent communication skills and experience working in cross-functional, international teams
  • Fluency in English (both written and spoken) at a minimum B2 level

Turkiye

CONTINUOUS UPSKILLING, LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT

  • Diversity of tasks and projects
  • Assessment center for objective review of competency level
  • Personal development plan
  • Mentoring programs and leadership development
  • Certification and professional development support
  • Access to learning platforms including more than 2,500 internal courses and the LinkedIn Learning library with 20,000+ courses
  • English courses taught by certified teachers

CORPORATE BENEFITS

  • Extra leave days
  • Referral bonuses

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

  • Competitive compensation paid in USD
  • Regular salary and performance reviews

MEDICAL & HEALTHCARE

  • Private health insurance
  • Well-being events

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

  • Recreation areas and kitchens
  • Tea, coffee, and snacks
  • Well-being events
  • Sports equipment and game consoles
  • IT Equipment
  • Microsoft's Software Assurance Home Use Program (HUP)

[epamgdo] Turkiye (About EPAM)

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.

[epamgdo] Turkiye (CVs in English)

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