We are seeking a Senior Python Developer to join our team.
In this role, you will contribute to building reliable, scalable backend services that support mission-critical business operations. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions that meet demanding performance and security expectations.
Responsibilities
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Design and develop backend services and APIs to support core business functionality
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Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested Python code following industry best practices
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Contribute to architectural discussions and help shape technical direction across the team
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Collaborate with product owners, architects, and fellow engineers to translate business requirements into technical solutions
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Participate actively in code reviews, offering constructive feedback and driving quality across the codebase
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Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve production issues in a timely manner
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Optimize application performance, reliability, and scalability across services
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Maintain comprehensive documentation for developed components and processes
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Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering practices, tools, and workflows
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Partner with globally distributed team members to deliver features across time zones
Requirements
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At least 3 years of professional relevant experience in backend software development
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Hands-on experience with Python using frameworks such as Flask and FastAPI, along with Postgres, Docker, and Redis
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Strong commitment to test automation, including thorough unit testing and manual integration testing practices
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Experience working within agile teams on complex, high-stakes applications
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Collaborative mindset with a dedication to code reviews and peer learning
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Comfort working effectively with teams distributed across the globe
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Familiarity with Atlassian tools such as Jira and Confluence for project tracking and knowledge sharing
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Working knowledge of native cloud services, including S3 buckets, Lambda, AWS AKS, and CloudWatch
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Fluent English communication skills at a B2 level or higher, both written and verbal
Nice to have
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Experience with GitHub Actions for CI/CD workflow automation
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Familiarity with Jira and GitHub integrations to streamline development processes
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Knowledge of DevOps best practices for building and operating modern software systems
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Prior exposure to financial services, with domain knowledge in payments, wire transfers, account reconciliations, and cash management
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Hands-on experience with Cursor as an AI-assisted development environment
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Working knowledge of Kubernetes for container orchestration and deployment
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Familiarity with ReactJS for supporting or collaborating on frontend-related tasks
We offer
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International projects with top brands
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Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
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Healthcare benefits
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Employee financial programs
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Paid time off and sick leave
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Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
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Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
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Global career opportunities
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Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
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EPAM Employee Groups
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Award-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.
