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 in search of a Chief Cloud Platform Engineer who is proficient in AWS Cloud, CI/CD, Python, and Bash. This individual will be a significant addition to our remote team.

As an essential part of our engineering team, the role involves leading a team tasked with the creation and maintenance of a robust, self-service platform for the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) in a global context. Your expertise will be crucial in streamlining our processes and ensuring a seamless, efficient experience for our development teams across the organization.

Your main responsibilities will be the design and implementation of a scalable and robust self-service platform. Additionally, you'll integrate a variety of AWS serverless and PaaS Cloud services to provide seamless and secure access to the resources required for development, testing, and deployment.

Responsibilities

• Scalable and robust self-service AWS Cloud platform design and implementation for the software development life cycle
• Integration of extensive AWS serverless and PaaS Cloud services to provide seamless and secure access to resources required for development, testing, and deployment
• Use of AWS CloudFormation, AWS CDK, Terraform, and Serverless Application Model (SAM) for infrastructure and resource management
• Implementation and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Bamboo CI and Jenkins to enable efficient and reliable software releases
• Collaboration with development teams to identify, prioritize, and address self-service platform requirements to meet evolving needs
• Establishment and promotion of best practices and guidelines for effective use of technologies and automation within the organization
• Platform performance, availability, and security monitoring and management, ensuring compliance with industry standards and company policies
• Continuous evaluation and recommendation of new tools, technologies, and approaches to improve the platform and maintain a state-of-the-art development environment

Requirements

• 7+ years of production experience in cloud platform engineering, specializing in AWS Cloud, CI/CD, Python, and Bash scripting
• 2+ years of relevant leadership experience
• Demonstrated expertise in deploying and managing AWS Cloud services and their integration with CI/CD tools
• In-depth knowledge of CloudFormation, AWS CDK, SDK
• Deep understanding of Algorithms & Data structures
• Experience in configuring and managing CI/CD pipelines using Bamboo CI, Jenkins, or similar tools
• Excellent programming skills and expert knowledge in Bash and Python scripting
• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
• Exceptional problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Strong communication skills and the ability to effectively collaborate with teams and various stakeholders

Nice to have

• AWS Solutions Architect Professional and/or DevOps Engineer Professional certifications
• Knowledge of Serverless Application Model (SAM) and Terraform
• Familiarity with Generative AI
• Experience in building self-service platforms for large-scale, global organizations
• Familiarity with other cloud platforms, such as Azure

We offer

• Learning Culture - We want you to be the best version of yourself, that is why we offer unlimited access to learning platforms, a wide range of internal courses, and all the knowledge you need to grow professionally
• Health Coverage - Health and wellness are important, that is why we have you and up to four family members in a premiere health plan. We have a couple of options, so you can choose what is best for you and your family
• Visual Benefit - Seeing your work for us would be a sight for sore eyes. We want your vision to always be at 100% which is why we offer up to $200.000 COP for any visual health expenses
• Life Insurance Plan - We have partnered with MetLife to offer a full-coverage Ife insurance plan. So, your family is covered, even if you are gone
• Medical Leave Coverage - We are one of the few companies that cover 100% of your medical leave, for up to 90 days. Your health is the most important thing to us
• Professional Growth Opportunities - We have designed a highly competitive and complete development process, where you will have all the tools to get where you have always wanted to be, personally and professionally
• Stock Option Purchase Plan - As an EPAMer you can be more than just an employee, you will also have the opportunity to purchase stock at a reduced price and become a part owner of our organization
• Additional Income - Besides your regular salary, you will also have the chance to earn extra income by referring talent, being a technical interviewer, and many more ways
• Community Benefit - You will be part of a worldwide community of over 50,000 employees, where you can learn, challenge yourself, stand out, and share your knowledge and experience with multicultural teams!