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 seeking a talented and motivated Lead Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to join our organization.

The Lead SRE will play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability, scalability, capacity planning, and performance of our infrastructure and applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software engineering, system administration, containerization, and cloud technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable and reliable cloud infrastructure and services on platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Automate manual work using scripting/programming languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell, particularly within cloud environments
• Utilize automation tools like Jenkins, GitLab, and Ansible/Chef to streamline deployment, monitoring, and management of systems and applications in the cloud
• Monitor system performance, proactively troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability and performance using Observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK stack
• Participate in capacity planning and scalability assessments to support business growth, focusing on cloud resource optimization
• Implement containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes, particularly in cloud-native environments
• Ensure compliance with security best practices and standards to safeguard data and systems in the cloud
• Continuously evaluate and recommend new technologies and practices to improve system reliability, performance, and efficiency in the cloud
• Document processes, procedures, and configurations to maintain system integrity and facilitate knowledge sharing
• Provide on-call support and participate in incident management & response activities as needed

Requirements

• 8-13 years of experience in a similar role
• Prior leadership experience or team management skills
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Proficiency in scripting/programming languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell
• Experience with automation tools like Jenkins, GitLab, and Ansible/Chef
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Experience with Observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, or similar
• Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or similar technologies
• Knowledge of security practices and standards in cloud environments
• Experience with SLI, SLO, SLA, and Error Budget concepts
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues under pressure
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices
• Excellent documentation skills

Nice to have

• Certifications in cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• Contributions to open-source projects

We offer

• Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies
• Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications
• Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms
• Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects
• Focused individual development
• Benefit package:
  • Health benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible benefits
• Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)