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 innovative projects, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow.
You will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
We are seeking an experienced Lead Data Software Engineer for a remote position to support our team’s success and advance our Data Science initiatives.
In this role, you will play a pivotal part in designing and maintaining datamarts while ensuring scalable and efficient data solutions tailored to meet client needs.
You will focus on developing and managing data pipelines, providing on-call support, and working closely with Data Science teams to deliver high-quality results.
Additionally, you will lead a team of skilled professionals, offering mentorship and guidance to drive innovation and excellence within the industry.
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor the Data Software Engineering team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth
- Collaborate across disciplines to deliver high-quality data solutions aligned with project goals and deadlines
- Establish and maintain effective Data Software Engineering processes, emphasizing automation, efficiency, and innovation
- Implement and sustain scalable data solutions using AWS services
- Oversee optimization of workflows and data processing through Apache Airflow and Apache Spark
- Continuously evaluate industry trends and best practices to refine and adopt advanced Data Software Engineering methodologies
- Provide on-call support for data pipelines and datamarts to ensure operational efficiency
- Direct the creation and deployment of REST APIs to enable seamless data integration and communication
- Engage with clients to understand their needs and deliver tailored solutions that meet their requirements
- Manage team structure and organization to ensure timely and efficient delivery of projects
- Work with stakeholders, demonstrating strong communication and leadership capabilities
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience as a Data Software Engineer, working on complex projects and large-scale data infrastructures
- Minimum of 1 year of leadership experience, successfully managing and motivating a team of Data Software Engineers
- Expertise in Amazon Web Services (AWS), including designing and implementing scalable data solutions
- Extensive knowledge of Apache Airflow and Apache Spark for optimizing workflows and data processing
- Advanced proficiency with one or more CI/CD tools, such as Jenkins, to streamline data pipeline delivery
- Strong skills in Python and SQL for building and maintaining data pipelines and ETL processes
- Experience with Databricks and PySpark for data analysis and processing
- Familiarity with REST APIs for efficient data integration and communication
- Excellent analytical skills for problem-solving and decision-making in complex environments
- Strong client-facing abilities, ensuring effective collaboration and clear communication to achieve project objectives
- Exceptional organizational and team management skills for delivering projects efficiently
- Upper-intermediate English proficiency for effective communication, presentations, and discussions with stakeholders
Nice to have
- Experience with Redshift for data warehousing and analysis
We offer
- International projects with top brands
- Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
- Employee financial programs
- Paid time off and sick leave
- Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
- Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
- Global career opportunities
- Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
- EPAM Employee Groups
- Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn
Seniority level
Employment type
Job function
- Information Technology, Engineering, and Business Development
- Industries
- Software Development, IT Services and IT Consulting, and Technology, Information and Internet
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