We are seeking a talented and experienced Lead Cloud Network Engineer to join our forward-thinking team and take ownership of our hybrid infrastructure, seamlessly integrating cloud-based (AWS, GCP, Azure) and on-premises network solutions (BlueCat). This leadership role will involve mentoring team members, driving innovative network solutions, and ensuring secure, scalable, and automated network operations to meet our evolving business needs.

We accept CVs in English only.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the cloud networking team
• Design, implement, and manage cloud network infrastructure, ensuring scalability and security
• Lead the administration of BlueCat centralized DNS and DHCP management
• Oversee DNS records across cloud-native solutions like AWS Route 53, GCP Cloud DNS, and Azure DNS, ensuring seamless integration with on-premises solutions
• Define and enforce network policies, procedures, and standards, ensuring alignment with industry best practices
• Monitor network performance, proactively identify bottlenecks, and troubleshoot complex issues to ensure optimal availability and reliability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, providing strategic direction and solutions that align with business goals and requirements
• Drive network automation initiatives using scripting and tools to enhance operational efficiency and minimize manual intervention
• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies and tools to improve cloud and on-premises network capabilities
• Lead efforts to develop, document, and maintain disaster recovery plans and strategies for the network infrastructure
• Stay informed on industry trends, potential threats, and evolving best practices in cloud networking and DNS management

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in cloud network engineering, with demonstrable leadership experience (1+ years)
• In-depth knowledge of cloud networking services, including VPC, VPN, Cloud Interconnect, and Cloud DNS
• Extensive experience with Cloud/BlueCat servers and DNS management across multi-cloud and on-premises environments
• Expertise in network security principles, risk assessment, and the implementation of security policies
• Advanced understanding of network protocols and services such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP
• Proven experience in IPv4 addressing, CIDR notation, and subnetting to optimize and scale network infrastructure
• Proficiency in advanced network automation tools and scripting languages (Python, Terraform)
• Experience managing CI/CD pipelines with tools like Jenkins
• Hands-on experience with network monitoring tools such as ELK and SolarWinds, including creating proactive monitoring strategies
• Strong problem-solving skills, with an ability to synthesize technical details into actionable insights, especially under pressure
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Proven ability to lead initiatives and projects in remote/distributed team environments, including availability for on-call rotation
• Fluency in English at a minimum B2+ level, with excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice to have

• Professional Cloud Network Engineer certifications in GCP, AWS, or Azure, with a proven track record in delivering enterprise-grade solutions
• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker) in hybrid cloud environments
• Expertise in network performance tuning and traffic optimization techniques
• Background in mentoring junior engineers or leading training initiatives within a team

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!

Please note that even though you are applying for this position, you may be offered other projects to join within EPAM.

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.