Senior Platform Engineer

We are delivering a centralized artifact management service and need a Senior Platform Engineer to implement it with strong security and automation. You will be part of a self-managed three-person consultant team, working hands-on from platform validation through rollout with limited day-to-day client direction. Apply now to improve developer workflows and governance. Responsibilities Deliver platform engineering, package management, and SaaS administration for the target platform (JFrog Artifactory, Sonatype Nexus Repository, or Cloudsmith)Operate and improve security controls such as upstream proxying, vulnerability and malware scanning, policy enforcement, license controls, quarantine, and controlled promotionCreate integrations with the client identity and engineering landscape, including GitHub Enterprise Cloud, Entra ID security groups, OIDC, and access provisioningAutomate platform configuration, repositories, access models, and policies using Infrastructure-as-Code, APIs, or comparable tooling like PulumiEnable developers across key ecosystems including NuGet, PyPI, CRAN, Maven/Gradle, npm, and Docker/OCIContribute to requirements gathering, technical validation of candidate platforms, and implementation planningProvide user support for the interim JFrog Artifactory environment as part of shared team capacity (~10% total team effort)Develop clear technical documentation, operational procedures, and runbooksCollaborate with the team lead and the other Senior Platform Engineer to plan work, raise risks, and maintain delivery momentum Requirements Demonstrated 5+ years of software development experience and practical knowledge of how engineering teams build, publish, consume, and debug package artifactsHands-on experience with enterprise package/artifact platforms, using at least one of JFrog Artifactory, Sonatype Nexus Repository, or CloudsmithExperience managing enterprise SaaS platforms with focus on identity, access management, security, observability, operational processes, and vendor engagementStrong Infrastructure-as-Code / Configuration-as-Code skills to manage repositories, access models, configuration, and policies via APIs, Pulumi, or comparable toolingHands-on experience with software supply-chain security controls including upstream proxying, vulnerability and malware scanning, policy enforcement, license controls, quarantine, and controlled promotionExperience integrating engineering platforms with enterprise identity and modern workload authentication patterns, including Entra ID, security groups, SSO, OIDC, GitHub Apps, or other short-lived credentialsWorking knowledge across common package ecosystems, including several of NuGet/.NET, Python/PyPI, R/CRAN, Java/Maven/Gradle, JavaScript/npm, Docker/OCIAbility to create concise technical documentation, architecture decisions, operational procedures, and implementation plans for an enterprise environment Nice to have Experience with GitHub Actions and short-lived workload credentials, avoiding long-lived personal access tokensFamiliarity with enterprise audit, logging, monitoring, and segregation-of-duties controlsExposure to regulated industries or enterprise-scale developer platforms serving thousands of developers We offer We connect like-minded people:Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impactEnjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own homeOpportunity to work abroad for up to two months per yearRelocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countriesCorporate and social eventsWe invest in your growth:Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programsCertifications, including GCP, Azure and AWSUnlimited access to EPAM's internal learning databaseFree English classes with certified teachersWe cover it all:Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral programMedical & family care packageSix trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)Coverage of psychology sessions of your choiceDiscounts for fitness clubs and sports programsBenefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services) EPAM is global leader in AI transformation engineering and integrated consulting, serving Forbes Global 2000 companies and ambitious startups. With over thirty years of expertise in custom software, product and platform engineering, we empower our clients to become AI-Native enterprises, driving measurable value from innovation and digital investments. Experience the freedom of remote work from anywhere in Kyrgyzstan, whether it's the comfort of your home or our modern office in Bishkek.