Lead Python Backend Developer

We are looking for a Lead Python Backend Developer to build and evolve AI-enabled backend services for a cloud-native engagement platform. You will partner with product and engineering peers to deliver reliable integrations, scalable APIs, and production-ready AI features—apply to join us. Responsibilities Develop backend services primarily in Python to support core platform capabilitiesDesign scalable cloud-native services on AWS aligned with reliability and performance goalsBuild and maintain REST APIs that integrate product features and external systemsImplement AI-powered features and integrate LLM capabilities into production servicesMaintain and enhance existing C#/.NET components to ensure continuity and stabilityReview code and drive technical design discussions to uphold engineering standardsTroubleshoot production issues and deliver timely fixes and preventive improvementsCollaborate with Product, QA, and Architecture teams to align delivery and requirementsImprove system performance, maintainability, and operational readinessContribute to technical documentation, best practices, and team knowledge sharing Requirements 5+ years of commercial software development experience5+ years of Python backend development experienceWorking knowledge of C#/.NET for maintaining legacy servicesHands-on AWS Cloud experience building cloud-native applicationsStrong REST API development experience for production systemsSolid SQL knowledge for data access and troubleshootingTechnical leadership experience guiding design and code qualityAgile development experience in cross-functional teamsStrong object-oriented design knowledge and design pattern skillsStrong Git and CI/CD workflow skillsStrong troubleshooting skills for production incidentsUpper-Intermediate English proficiency (B2)Ability to collaborate effectively with distributed teams in a US time window Nice to have REST API design standards and API documentation practicesSQL performance tuning and query optimization We offer International projects with top brandsWork with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peersHealthcare benefitsEmployee financial programsPaid time off and sick leaveUpskilling, reskilling and certification coursesUnlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ coursesGlobal career opportunitiesVolunteer and community involvement opportunitiesEPAM Employee GroupsAward-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn EPAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.