Chief Software Engineer

Advanced Software Engineering

Location-specific conditions & benefits*

Colombia

We are actively seeking a Chief Software Engineer to join our remote team. This role is ideal for a seasoned engineer who thrives in a hands-on, dynamic technical environment and is eager to apply broad technical expertise across multiple domains. The chosen candidate will lead innovation efforts and maintain high standards in software development, staying in sync with the latest industry trends and technology advancements.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with technical teams to design and deploy scalable solutions for complex systems
Oversee the development of exceptional software, maintaining best practices in coding and system architecture
Apply broad T-shaped knowledge and multi-stack expertise to address challenges in Cloud, DevOps, and Data domains
Architect and manage large-scale enterprise systems that align with business goals and scalability demands
Engage with stakeholders to pinpoint technical issues and create innovative solutions that deliver real business value
Lead client interactions, providing expertise on technical strategies and addressing complex challenges
Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of knowledge sharing within the engineering community
Keep pace with emerging technologies and integrate them into project initiatives
Spearhead pre-sales activities, showcasing technical leadership and shaping the technical direction for prospective projects
Champion the adoption of new technologies, frameworks, and tools to streamline development processes and tackle technical hurdles

Requirements

Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
At least 7 years of experience in software development, with strong skills in a primary programming language such as Java, Python, GoLang, or C#
Minimum of 2 years in leadership and team management roles
Experience in managing at least 2 full project cycles, covering various development lifecycle stages
Profound knowledge in areas like DevOps, Data, Security, Architecture, and Performance Optimization
Expertise in system design, capable of building complex, scalable, and maintainable large-scale systems
Proficiency in working with various technical stacks and rapidly adapting to new technologies and frameworks
Dedicated to producing high-quality, scalable, and efficient code optimized for production environments
Familiarity with innovative frameworks such as TRIZ for developing pioneering engineering solutions
Proven track record with cloud technologies such as AWS, GCP, or Azure in system deployment and management
Excellent command of English with superior communication skills, maintaining at least a B2 level proficiency

Nice to have

Advanced certifications in software engineering or related fields
Experience with leading distributed or remote teams
Active engagement in open-source projects or significant contributions to the tech community

Benefits

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
Global career opportunities
Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
EPAM Employee Groups
Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn