Overview
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.
We are seeking an experienced Lead Network Engineer to join our team and play a key role in designing, implementing, and optimizing critical network systems.
This position involves working across both cloud and on-premise environments to ensure secure and reliable connectivity while driving advancements in global network architecture.
Responsibilities
- Architect, deploy, and manage efficient and reliable network infrastructures for cloud and on-premise environments
- Collaborate with internal teams to align network solutions with overall engineering systems and objectives
- Create and enforce advanced security measures to protect network integrity across all layers
- Design and enhance global network frameworks, including connectivity for branch offices, data centers, and cloud service providers
- Diagnose and resolve complex network issues, ensuring minimal downtime and smooth operations
- Lead automation efforts to improve network deployment using tools like Ansible and Terraform
- Analyze network performance and implement strategies to improve throughput and reduce latency
- Handle on-call responsibilities and contribute to disaster recovery efforts to resolve incidents swiftly
- Stay informed about new technologies and industry trends to continuously improve network performance and capabilities
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in network engineering
- At least one year of experience managing and leading a team of engineers
- Deep expertise in configuring and managing the Palo Alto platform, including troubleshooting and security policy development
- Strong knowledge of advanced network protocols such as BGP, EVPN, and VXLAN in large-scale environments
- Comprehensive understanding of global network infrastructures, including connectivity for branch offices and cloud service providers
- Experience with cloud networking technologies, including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
- Advanced skills in automation pipelines using tools like Ansible, Terraform, or custom scripting solutions
- Solid understanding of network security practices, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems
- Proven track record of managing outages, incidents, and disaster recovery procedures
- Expertise in identifying and resolving network performance issues to enhance speed and reliability
- Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written, at a B2 level or higher
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
- Business Development, Information Technology, and Engineering
Industries
- Software Development, IT Services and IT Consulting, and Technology, Information and Internet
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