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Chief Software Engineer

Remote in Colombia, Mexico
Advanced Software Engineering
& 12 others

We are looking for a motivated Chief Software Engineer to join our high-powered team. This role targets a seasoned engineer who excels in highly technical settings and is eager to apply advanced technical abilities across multiple domains. The ideal candidate will champion innovation and uphold excellence in software development while aligning with the latest industry standards and technologies.

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
  • Leverage T-shaped knowledge and cross-stack expertise to solve challenges in areas such as Cloud, DevOps, and Data
  • Architect and manage large-scale enterprise systems to meet business needs and scalability objectives
  • Engage with stakeholders to identify technical challenges and create innovative solutions with measurable business outcomes
  • Lead or participate in client engagements, providing consultation on technical strategies and complex problem-solving
  • Mentor junior engineers and actively contribute to knowledge-sharing within the engineering team
  • Stay informed about emerging technology trends and effectively apply them to projects
  • Drive pre-sales initiatives by demonstrating technical leadership and guiding the technical direction of client engagements
  • Introduce new technologies, frameworks, and tools to improve development processes and address technical challenges
Requirements
  • Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
  • 7+ years' 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 two full-cycle projects, covering various phases of the development lifecycle
  • Comprehensive knowledge of disciplines such as DevOps, Data, Security, Architecture, and Performance Optimization
  • Proficiency in system design, with the capability to architect complex, large-scale systems focused on scalability and maintainability
  • Background in working with multiple technical stacks and transitioning to new technologies and frameworks efficiently
  • Skills in writing high-quality, scalable, and efficient code tailored for production environments
  • Familiarity with frameworks like TRIZ to craft innovative engineering solutions
  • Showcase of cloud technologies expertise, including AWS, GCP, or Azure, in system deployment and management
  • B2 level of English or higher, with an emphasis on technical communication skills
Nice to have
  • Qualifications in software engineering or certifications in related fields
  • Background in managing distributed or remote teams
  • Active involvement in open-source projects or 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