Lead Python Developer

We are seeking a Lead Python Developer with 7+ years of experience to join the Product Team in building a next-generation AI-powered financial assistant platform.

You will be rapidly iterating with business users to test, refine, and deploy chat, reporting, and bespoke interfaces into their investment workflows.

Req# 937587339.

Responsibilities

Design and develop high-quality, reliable software components for an AI-powered financial platform

Gather requirements, consider edge cases, and create system designs independently

Collaborate with a small team of highly skilled engineers to build innovative solutions

Participate in rapid iteration cycles with direct feedback from sophisticated end-users

Contribute to architectural decisions that shape the product's direction

Requirements

7+ years of hands-on experience with Python (or strong programming background and willingness to learn Python)

Experience with FastAPI or other Python frameworks strongly desired

Proficiency with AWS, Kubernetes, and Terraform

High autonomy and self-governance with strong problem-solving abilities

Excellent system design and architectural skills

High standards for code quality and reliability

Experience with frontend technologies (TypeScript/JavaScript, React/NextJS/Node) is a significant plus

Fluent English communication skills at a C1 level

We offer

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Subsidized)

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (Company Provided)

Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)

Employee Assistance Program

Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions

Matched 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off - the employee will be eligible to accrue 15-25 paid days, depending on specific level and tenure with EPAM (accrual eligibility may change over time)

Paid Holidays - nine (9) total per year

Legal Plan and Identity Theft Protection

Accident Insurance

Employee Discounts

Pet Insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Program

If otherwise eligible, participation in the discretionary annual bonus program

If otherwise eligible and hired into a qualifying level, participation in the discretionary Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program

This Remote Position Cannot be Performed in New York City.

This posting includes a good faith range of the salary EPAM would reasonably expect to pay the selected candidate. The range provided reflects base salary only. Individual compensation offers within the range are based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to: geographic location, experience, credentials, education, training; the demand for the role; and overall business and labor market considerations. Most candidates are hired at a salary within the range disclosed. Salary range: $120,000 - $200,000. In addition, the details highlighted in this job posting above are a general description of all other expected benefits and compensation for the position.

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