Lead Cloud Native Developer (Python & AI)

We are looking for a Lead Cloud Native Developer passionate about building scalable, resilient, and observable cloud-native applications with AI at the core. The ideal candidate combines deep Python expertise with cloud engineering experience, technical leadership, and the ability to design and deliver AI-powered solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and deployment of cloud-native solutions using Python, with a focus on scalability, security, performance, and containerization or serverless architectures
• Design architecture and structure of managed database solutions for efficient data handling
• Implement observability through monitoring and logging
• Apply Infrastructure as Code principles to automate cloud infrastructure management and provisioning
• Drive CI/CD practices for rapid and automated application delivery
• Design and build AI-integrated solutions, including LLM-based applications, RAG pipelines, and AI agents
• Mentor team members and conduct code reviews to maintain engineering standards

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in software development with a strong emphasis on Python
• At least 1 year of relevant technical leadership experience
• Proven experience designing scalable and robust web architecture with an understanding of cost-effectiveness
• Strong knowledge of cloud-native principles and hands-on experience with cloud services, including containerization and serverless computing
• Deep Experience with cloud platform (Azure, AWS, or GCP)
• Hands-on experience implementing application monitoring and logging
• Practical AI knowledge across two dimensions: leveraging AI-powered development tools (GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or similar) to accelerate delivery, and experience building AI-integrated solutions (LLM APIs, RAG pipelines, AI agents, or integrations with OpenAI / Azure OpenAI)
• English proficiency at B2 level or higher

Nice to have

• Cloud platform certifications (Azure, AWS, or GCP)
• Experience with AI/LLM frameworks and tooling: LangChain, LangGraph, LlamaIndex, vector stores (Azure AI Search, pgvector, Pinecone)
• Familiarity with AI orchestration patterns: multi-agent systems, evaluator-optimizer loops, retrieval-augmented generation
• Knowledge of advanced cloud-native architectures

We offer

• We gather like-minded people:
  • Engineering community of industry professionals
  • Friendly team and enjoyable working environment
  • Flexible schedule and opportunity to work remotely within Poland
  • Chance to work abroad for up to 60 days annually
  • Business-driven relocation opportunities
• We provide growth opportunities:
  • Outstanding career roadmap
  • Leadership development, career advising, soft skills, and well-being programs
  • Certification (GCP, Azure, AWS)
  • Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract, Cloud Guru
  • English classes
• We cover it all:
  • Stable income (Employment Contract or B2B)
  • Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Benefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers)
  • Strategically located offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, fantastic coffee, and more
  • Referral bonuses
  • Corporate, social and well-being events
• Please, note:
  • The set of bonuses might vary based on the role you apply for - specifics will be discussed with our recruiter during the general interview.
  • We will reach out to selected candidates exclusively.

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.