Lead System Engineer - Microsoft Azure

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 skilled Lead System Engineer with a focus on Microsoft Azure to join our innovative team.
As a key technical expert, you will lead the design, deployment, and optimization of cloud solutions, ensuring exceptional fault tolerance, high availability, scalability, and security. This position requires deep knowledge of Azure infrastructure, DevOps methodologies, and automation, combined with a passion for driving innovation and continuous improvement.

• Plan and deploy Azure infrastructure to achieve fault tolerance, high availability, scalability, and security
• Develop CI/CD pipelines and manage automated build and test systems
• Oversee production deployments while utilizing various deployment strategies
• Implement automated processes for Azure infrastructure and platform deployments using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools
• Standardize system configurations with configuration management solutions
• Apply concepts of microservices architecture while adhering to best practices
• Collaborate with application development teams to align on requirements, timelines, and activities
• Conduct proofs of concept (POCs) to evaluate potential designs and technologies
• Resolve system issues while actively addressing challenges with improvement strategies
• Learn and adapt efficiently to new technologies and services within the work environment

• 8 to 12 years of background in Azure Cloud environments
• Proficiency in DevOps CI/CD tools and practices
• Background in Linux and Windows Administration
• Expertise in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, Shell, and Unix scripting
• Knowledge of YAML scripting and ARM templates
• Proficiency in Terraform modules for infrastructure automation
• Familiarity with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Docker, and Kubernetes
• Understanding of microservices architecture and best practices
• Background in automating infrastructure and platform deployments with IaC tools
• Capability to design and implement scalable, secure, and highly available solutions on Azure
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on proactive solutions
• B2+ English proficiency level

• 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.)