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 building scalable Python backend services and need a Lead Python Developer to set technical direction and raise delivery quality.

You will collaborate across teams, guide code reviews, and improve performance, security, and integrations in an Agile setup—apply now.

Responsibilities Design and support scalable backend systems and services that fit evolving business needs

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver dependable and efficient software solutions

Lead code review workflows and uphold high standards of code quality across the team

Improve application performance and resolve technical issues as they occur

Oversee integration of external APIs and third-party services into the platform

Produce and maintain technical documentation for system features and components

Promote and apply best practices across the software development lifecycle

Drive continuous improvement of team processes and technical capabilities Requirements 5+ years of software development experience





1+ year of experience leading and managing development teams

Advanced Python expertise for building, maintaining, and evolving applications

Background building AI-driven solutions or working with Large Language Models (LLM) in software projects

Strong background in database design, administration, and performance tuning

Proficiency with Git for version control and team collaboration

Hands-on practice with Python web frameworks such as Django or Flask

Working knowledge of Python web server setup and deployment

Solid understanding of security principles and how to apply them in software projects

Experience implementing user authentication and authorization solutions

Familiarity with Agile or Scrum software development methodologies

Excellent English communication skills (B2+ Upper-Intermediate) written and spoken We offer International projects with top brands

Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers

Healthcare benefits

Employee financial programs

Paid time off and sick leave

Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses

Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses

Integral career opportunities

Volunteer and community involvement opportunities

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Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn EPAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

📌 Lead Python Developer (Colombia)
🏢 EPAM Systems
📍 Colombia