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Chief Software Engineer

Remote in Colombia, Mexico
Advanced Software Engineering
& 12 others
Colombia

We are seeking a skilled Chief Software Engineer to join our collaborative team. This role is tailored for a seasoned professional who excels in a hands-on, highly technical setting and is motivated to apply extensive expertise across numerous domains. The ideal candidate will champion innovation and uphold high standards in software development while aligning with the latest industry advancements.

Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with technical teams to design and implement scalable solutions for complex systems
  • Lead the development of high-quality software, adhering to best practices in coding and system design
  • Utilize T-shape knowledge and cross-stack expertise to address challenges in diverse domains such as Cloud, DevOps, and Data
  • Architect and manage large-scale enterprise systems to meet business needs and scalability requirements
  • Engage with stakeholders to determine technical challenges and devise innovative solutions that provide measurable business impacts
  • Lead or participate in client engagements, offering consultation on technical strategies and complex problem-solving
  • Mentor junior engineers and actively share knowledge within the engineering community
  • Keep abreast of emerging technology trends and apply them to projects
  • Drive pre-sales activities by showcasing technical leadership and guiding the technical direction of client engagements
  • Innovate by integrating new technologies, frameworks, and tools to enhance development processes and address technical challenges
Requirements
  • A degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
  • 7+ years of experience in software development with expertise in a primary programming language such as Java, Python, GoLang, or C#
  • 2+ years of experience in leadership and team management
  • Participation in at least 2 full-cycle projects, covering various phases of the development lifecycle
  • Comprehensive knowledge across disciplines including DevOps, Data, Security, Architecture, and Performance Optimization
  • Proficiency in system design, capable of architecting complex, large-scale systems with a focus on scalability and maintainability
  • Background in multiple technical stacks and flexibility to use new technologies and frameworks
  • Strong focus on writing high-quality, scalable, and efficient code optimized for production environments
  • Familiarity with innovative frameworks such as TRIZ to develop breakthrough engineering solutions
  • Proven experience with cloud technologies such as AWS, GCP, or Azure in system deployment and management
  • Excellent command of written and spoken English (B2 level or higher)
Nice to have
  • Showcase of certifications in software engineering or related fields
  • Background in managing distributed or remote teams
  • Qualifications in contributing to open-source projects or active roles within 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