We are seeking an open-minded Lead Data Software Engineer to drive the development and maintenance of our data-driven architecture. In this role, you will work on developing pipelines to build business-related data products and designing cloud-based platform solutions to support DataHub functionality. If you’re passionate about shaping the future of data engineering and thrive in an environment where innovation and collaboration are key, we invite you to join us.

This is a fully remote position that offers you the flexibility to work from any location in Armenia, whether it's your home or well-equipped offices in Yerevan or Gyumri.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement data pipelines
• Perform data ingestion processes to integrate existing data sources into the new platform
• Participate in platform engineering, including cloud-based solutions to support the architecture, such as ingestion frameworks, platform orchestrators and exploratory environments
• Conduct MLOps activities to build production-ready cloud-based solutions to support existing ML pipelines
• Take part in the design of on-premises to cloud migration activities

Requirements

• 5+ years of production experience in Data Software Engineering
• Proficiency in SQL
• Understanding of common Big Data challenges (splitability, massive parallel processing, load-balancing, data locality, streaming, etc.) and relevant technologies (Apache Spark, Kafka, NoSQL databases)
• Familiarity with data modeling concepts such as relational/dimensional data, SCD and snowflaking
• Hands-on production experience with any major cloud provider: Azure, AWS or GCP
• B2 English level, both verbal and written

Nice to have

• Competency in common data-related architectures such as Data Hub or Data Lake
• Knowledge of Databricks

We offer

• We connect like-minded people:
  • Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
  • Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your home
  • Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
  • Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
  • Corporate and social events
• We invest in your growth:
  • Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
  • Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
  • Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract and O'ReillyFree
  • English classes with certified teachers
• We cover it all:
  • Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
  • Comprehensive medical & family care package
  • Four trust days per year for personal needs
  • Discounts for fitness clubs
  • Benefits package (hotels, restaurants, stores and services)

EPAM Armenia is a team of talented innovators united by a passion for technology. In 2014, we opened our first office in Yerevan, and now we have a second engineering hub in Gyumri. We've built a continuously learning organization that helps its employees rapidly advance their careers. Here you will work with the world's industry leaders, support impactful projects using the latest technologies, collaborate with multi-national teams, and have access to a wide variety of development opportunities.