Lead Python Full Stack Engineer

We're seeking a Lead Python Full Stack Engineer who brings deep backend expertise in Python along with strong frontend skills in React or Angular. The right candidate will confidently operate across the entire stack, lead engineering teams, and drive the design and delivery of scalable, maintainable web applications.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of full-stack applications using Python and modern frontend frameworks

Architect backend services, APIs, and integrations with a focus on scalability and resilience

Define standards for responsive, maintainable frontend components and oversee their implementation

Own decisions around databases, cloud services, and deployment pipelines

Collaborate closely with product owners, designers, QA engineers, and stakeholders to shape technical direction

Drive technical design sessions, lead code reviews, and facilitate architecture discussions

Mentor and coach engineers, fostering technical growth and engineering excellence within the team

Ensure long-term code quality, application performance, and maintainability across projects

Take ownership of delivery, identify risks early, and propose effective solutions

Requirements

5+ years of hands-on experience with Python

At least 1 year of relevant leadership experience

Strong expertise with FastAPI, Flask, or Django

Solid working knowledge of React or Angular

Deep understanding of REST APIs, web application architecture, and design patterns

Proven experience designing and evolving complex systems

Strong background with relational and NoSQL databases

Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, and CSS

Practical experience with testing, debugging, and CI/CD practices

Experience leading engineering teams, mentoring developers, and driving technical initiatives

Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills

Ability to operate autonomously and guide others through ambiguity

Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, at a minimum B2 level

Nice to have

Strong cloud background with AWS, Azure, or GCP

Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes in production environments

Experience designing and implementing microservices architectures

Familiarity with GraphQL or event-driven systems

We offer

Learning Culture - We want you to be the best version of yourself, that is why we offer unlimited access to learning platforms, a wide range of internal courses, and all the knowledge you need to grow professionally

Health Coverage - Health and wellness are important, that is why we have you and up to four family members in a premiere health plan. We have a couple of options, so you can choose what is best for you and your family

Visual Benefit - Seeing your work for us would be a sight for sore eyes. We want your vision to always be at 100% which is why we offer up to $200.000 COP for any visual health expenses

Life Insurance Plan - We have partnered with MetLife to offer a full-coverage Ife insurance plan. So, your family is covered, even if you are gone.

Medical Leave Coverage - We are one of the few companies that cover 100% of your medical leave, for up to 90 days. Your health is the most important thing to us

Professional Growth Opportunities - We have designed a highly competitive and complete development process, where you will have all the tools to get where you have always wanted to be, personally and professionally

Stock Option Purchase Plan - As an EPAMer you can be more than just an employee, you will also have the opportunity to purchase stock at a reduced price and become a part owner of our organization

Additional Income - Besides your regular salary, you will also have the chance to earn extra income by referring talent, being a technical interviewer, and many more ways

Community Benefit - You will be part of a worldwide community of over 50,000 employees, where you can learn, challenge yourself, stand out, and share your knowledge and experience with multicultural teams!

EPAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We accept CVs in English only.

Please note that even though you are applying for this position, you may be offered other projects to join within EPAM.

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.

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