Overview

We are seeking a Lead Python Engineer with strong data skills to join our dynamic team and drive high-impact projects.

Thank you for your interest in this position. Please note that only candidates whose experience closely matches the job requirements will be contacted. If you do not receive an email from us, please do not be discouraged—feel free to apply for other positions that better align with your experience. If you have any questions, please contact us at jobserbia@epam.com.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in full-cycle application development: design, implement, test, and launch solutions in Python
  • Integrate with other clients’ systems and applications
  • Communicate with the customer to clarify requirements
  • Help identify, escalate, and resolve any technical issues and problems that might occur
  • Be involved in a code review process
  • Be responsible for the implementation of different types of functionalities described in design documents
  • Drive collaboration with other team members
  • Mentor and lead members of the development team
  • Lead and communicate project scoping, roadmap, and architecture discussions within the development team
  • Coordinate, plan, and track tasks and activities
  • Ensure the Agile team is capable of consuming stakeholder demand

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of software development experience
  • Good knowledge of Python, OOP, and design patterns
  • Python coding standards and best practices
  • Expertise in relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, ClickHouse or Snowflake, and familiarity with non-relational databases like Hive
  • Experience with data orchestration tools such as Apache Airflow or Dagster
  • Proficiency in data-processing libraries such as Numpy, Pandas, Polars, or PySpark
  • Background in one or more cloud technologies like AWS, GCP, or Azure
  • Familiarity with message brokers such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, or AWS Kinesis
  • Competency in containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes
  • Strong English communication skills

Nice to have

  • Background in prompt engineering and GenAI
  • Understanding of relational database management systems like AWS Redshift
  • Familiarity with relational database services like AWS Aurora

Serbia

  • Diverse multicultural, multi-functional, and multilingual work environment.

  • Global scope, international projects in different business domains: life sciences and healthcare, retail, and distribution, software and hi-tech, etc.

  • Outstanding career development opportunities with a transparent career path and a roadmap to accelerate your journey.

  • Numerous opportunities for self-development: hard & soft skills internal training courses, mentoring programs, and unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses.

  • Knowledge-sharing with colleagues from EPAM's global tech communities.

  • English language courses.

  • 25 days holiday per annum.

  • 5 days of sick leave without medical certification.

  • Private health insurance for employees and discount for private health insurance for family members.

  • Discount for Fit Pass program.

  • Comfortable modern offices in Belgrade and Novi Sad or remote work from any location in Serbia.

  • Regular corporate and social events (parties, sport events, advanced CSR programs etc.).

  • Learning programs for kids (eKids).

[epamgdo] Serbia (Remote)

The remote option applies only to the Candidates who will be working from any location in Serbia.

[epamgdo] Serbia (Recruitment Process)

Thank you for your interest in this position. Please note that only candidates whose experience closely matches the job requirements will be contacted. If you do not receive an email from us, please do not be discouraged—feel free to apply for other positions that better align with your experience. If you have any questions, you can reach us at jobserbia@epam.com

[epamgdo] Serbia (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, diverse community to help you discover your fullest potential.

No less important is our applicants' safety, well-being, and experience. Therefore, until further notice, all EPAM employment interviews will be conducted remotely. Our recruitment professionals and hiring managers are standing by to ensure a robust and engaging virtual candidate experience. We look forward to speaking with you!