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 searching for an adept Lead System Engineer with a specialization in Microsoft Azure to be part of our dynamic team.
As a principal technical leader, you will propel the design, implementation, and enhancement of cloud solutions, ensuring fault tolerance, high availability, scalability, and security. This role demands hands-on knowledge in Azure infrastructure, DevOps practices, and automation, paired with a fervor for innovation and continuous advancement.

• Design, implement, and sustain Azure infrastructure to ensure fault tolerance, high availability, scalability, and security
• Develop and oversee CI/CD pipelines with automated build and test systems
• Supervise production deployments using multiple deployment strategies
• Implement automation of Azure infrastructure and platform deployments using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools
• Automate system configurations with configuration management tools
• Apply microservices architecture concepts and best practices
• Liaise with application development teams to synchronize requirements, schedules, and activities
• Execute proofs of concept (POCs) to assess the feasibility of proposed designs and technologies
• Diagnose and rectify system issues, proactively tackling challenges with a continuous improvement mindset
• Adapt swiftly to new services and technologies utilized in the environment

• 8 to 12 years of background in Azure Cloud environments
• Proficiency in DevOps CI/CD tools and practices
• Strong 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
• Hands-on familiarity with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Docker, and Kubernetes
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and best practices
• Background in automating infrastructure and platform deployments with IaC tools
• Proven capability to design and implement scalable, secure, and highly available solutions on Azure
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges
• 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.)