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Chief Software Engineer

Remote in Colombia, Mexico
Advanced Software Engineering
& 12 others

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