We are looking for a hands-on Cloud Native Application Development SME to support delivery within the team.

This position fits an experienced, self-directed software engineer capable of working with a high level of autonomy, owning outcomes, tackling ambiguous problems, and shipping working solutions with minimal daily oversight.

Once goals and constraints are defined, you are expected to independently push work to completion, proactively handle risks, and communicate progress and trade-offs clearly.

Responsibilities

Own timelines and deliverables, proactively managing scope, dependencies, and execution risks

Frame, design, and deliver software solutions independently by engaging stakeholders, clarifying vague requirements, and challenging assumptions

Build backend services and RESTful APIs aligned with those designs

Develop cloud-native applications (AWS preferred)Implement workflow automation and data pipelines as required

Contribute across the entire software development lifecycle, including CI/CDEnsure solutions are production-ready, covering testing, documentation, and handover

Act as a dependable execution partner, proactively sharing progress, trade-offs, risks, and shifts in expectations

Requirements5+ years of experience in software engineering with proven ownership and independent delivery without close supervision

Background in consulting, advisory, or client-facing project and client relationship delivery

Strong problem-solving skills, including the capability to frame and resolve issues in ambiguous situations

Competency in communication and stakeholder management,



including proactive expectation handling

Showcase of Gen AI assisted development tools and practices as part of daily software delivery

Proficiency in Python within enterprise environments

Expertise in building REST APIs and backend services

Knowledge of Amazon Web Services (AWS) and cloud-native application development

Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, unit testing, and integration testing practices

English proficiency at an Upper-Intermediate level (B2) or higher

Nice to have

Familiarity with workflow automation and orchestration tooling

Understanding of continuous integration development and maintenance (e.g., Git

Hub Actions)Flexibility to use Terraform (infrastructure as code)Background in capital markets

We offer

International projects with top brands

Work with integral 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 Linked

In Learning library and 22,000+ courses

Global career opportunities

Volunteer and community involvement opportunitiesEPAM Employee Groups

Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and Linked

InEPAM 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Cloud Native Application Development SME (Colombia)
🏢 EPAM Systems
📍 Colombia