Lead System Engineer

We are seeking a Lead System Engineer to drive our cloud infrastructure, reliability, and DevOps strategies. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in designing scalable, secure, and fault-tolerant systems while championing modern cloud engineering best practices.

We are looking for a collaborative, results-driven technical leader who thrives in an Agile environment and excels at translating complex requirements into robust, automated infrastructure.

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Responsibilities

• Cloud & Infrastructure Architecture: Design and build cloud-based software-defined networking, fault-tolerant infrastructure, and multi-region/availability zone strategies
• DevOps & CI/CD Leadership: Implement, maintain, and scale cloud-based DevOps operations, utilizing modern CI/CD tools (e.g., CircleCI, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or AWS CodePipeline)
• Containerization & Orchestration: Lead Kubernetes setup, configuration, deployment, and management across environments
• Automation & Scripting: Write robust automation scripts using Bash or PowerShell, and develop application or automation components in at least one programming language (JavaScript, Ruby, Python, PHP, or C#)
• Monitoring & Analytics: Configure and maintain unified, real-time monitoring and analytics platforms (such as Azure Log Analytics, Google StackDriver / Operations Suite, New Relic, Splunk, or Datadog) to ensure system reliability and observability
• Database & Security Management: Oversee and optimize Microsoft SQL or MySQL databases, ensuring top-tier security, scalability, and performance in alignment with DevOps fundamentals
• Collaboration & Delivery: Work closely with cross-functional Agile teams in a highly collaborative environment, driving technical decisions, mentoring team members, and maintaining reliable follow-through on project deliverables

Requirements

• Education: BA/BS Degree (4-year minimum)
• 4–6 years of related work experience in system engineering, cloud infrastructure, or DevOps
• Experience with AWS and Azure DevOps toolchains and cloud services
• Solid understanding of DevOps fundamentals (security, scalability, and reliability)
• Demonstrated ability to design and create cloud-based software-defined networking
• Familiarity with fault-tolerant infrastructure designs, including the use of multi-region architectures and availability zones
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes setup, configuration, and deployment
• Scripting languages: Bash or PowerShell
• Programming languages: Experience in at least one of JavaScript, Ruby, Python, PHP, or C#
• Real-time monitoring & analytics tools (Azure Log Analytics, Google StackDriver / Operations Suite, New Relic, Splunk, or Datadog)
• Database experience with Microsoft SQL or MySQL
• CI/CD tools (CircleCI, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or AWS CodePipeline)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical, decision-making, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills
• Results-driven mindset with reliable follow-through and eagerness to work in a collaborative team environment within an Agile workflow

We offer

• 100% Nominal Scheme
• Legal Benefits
• Benefits Package
• Wellness Program
• Professional development plan
• Multicultural collaboration
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Subsidized)
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (Company Provided)
• Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Matched 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Legal Plan and Identity Theft Protection
• Accident Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Program

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

Engineer the Future with a Career at EPAM

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

EPAM will not provide new H-1B visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates with existing transferable H-1B status may be considered.