Chief Software Engineer

Advanced Software Engineering

Location-specific conditions & benefits*

Colombia

We are in search of a skilled Chief Software Engineer to join our driven team. This role is tailored for a seasoned engineer who thrives in a hands-on, deeply technical environment and is eager to leverage extensive technical expertise across multiple domains. The ideal candidate will spearhead innovation and uphold high standards in software development, ensuring alignment with cutting-edge industry trends and technologies.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with technical teams to design scalable solutions for complex systems
Lead development efforts to produce high-quality software aligned with best practices in coding and system architecture
Apply T-shaped knowledge and cross-stack expertise to tackle challenges across domains such as cloud infrastructure, DevOps practices, and data management
Architect and oversee large-scale enterprise systems to meet scalability and business demands
Engage with stakeholders to identify technical bottlenecks and propose innovative solutions with measurable impacts on business performance
Conduct or contribute to client engagements, offering strategic consultation in technical problem-solving
Mentor junior engineers and foster knowledge sharing within the broader engineering community
Stay informed about emerging technology trends and strategically integrate them into projects
Showcase technical leadership in pre-sales activities and direct the technical approach for client engagements
Introduce cutting-edge technologies, frameworks, and tools to enhance development workflows and solve technical challenges

Requirements

Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline
7+ years of experience in software development with proficiency in a primary programming language such as Java, Python, GoLang, or C#
2+ years of experience in leadership or team management within technical roles
Background in 2+ full-cycle development projects covering multiple phases of the lifecycle
Understanding of disciplines like DevOps, Data, Security, Architecture, and Performance Optimization
Expertise in system design with capability to architect large-scale scalable systems geared toward maintainability
Background in multiple technical stacks with flexibility to adopt new technologies and frameworks quickly
Showcase of crafting high-quality, scalable, and efficient code optimized for production-grade environments
Familiarity with advanced frameworks such as TRIZ for engineering breakthroughs
Proficiency in cloud technologies like AWS, GCP, or Azure used for system deployment and management
Fluency in English at a B2 level or higher

Nice to have

Showcase of additional certifications in software engineering or connected disciplines
Background in managing distributed or fully remote teams with effective leadership
Familiarity with contributing to open-source projects or consistent engagement in 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