Lead Backend Developer (Python, Snowflake, API)

We are seeking a Lead Developer with expertise in Python, Snowflake SDK, API development, and modular architecture. The ideal candidate will be responsible for building scalable backend services, developing user-facing interfaces, and ensuring seamless data integration. This role requires a strong technical background, leadership in architectural decisions, and the ability to collaborate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Build backend services for Clip API, ensuring reliability and performance
• Develop database clients for Snowflake, optimizing data access and management
• Create a scalable backend abstraction layer to support extensibility and modularity
• Integrate Clip API endpoints through Apigee and implement data operations
• Ensure system observability by adding log aggregation and monitoring capabilities
• Optimize API consumption and data processing for high efficiency
• Ensure the system is scalable, modular, and maintainable
• Conduct testing and validation for backend logic related to Snowflake operations

Requirements

• Strong expertise in Python development
• Hands-on experience with Snowflake SDK and database client development
• Proficiency in API development, including designing and consuming RESTful services
• Experience in modular architecture, ensuring scalable and maintainable solutions
• Understanding of Apigee for API integration and data operations
• Knowledge of logging, monitoring, and observability best practices
• Ability to work independently, make architectural decisions, and mentor other developers
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to technical challenges

Benefits

With us you can:

• Work on a flexible schedule remotely or from any of our comfortable offices or coworking spaces in Ukraine
• Receive the necessary equipment to perform your work tasks
• Change projects and technology stacks within EPAM
• Gain experience in various business domains (Insurance, E-commerce, Healthcare, Finance, Travelling, Media, Artificial Intelligence, and more)
• Relocation opportunities may be available for eligible candidates, depending on the role and openings at other EPAM locations
• Participate in volunteer, charity programs and communities (both technical and interest-based)

We focus on your professional growth:

• You can plan your individual career path together with your manager
• Receive regular feedback from colleagues
• Improve your English for free with certified teachers (Speaking Clubs, client interview preparation courses, etc.)
• Get the opportunity to undergo free training and certification in AWS, GCP, or Azure Clouds
• Use the internal E-learn training program (18,200+ specialized training and mentoring programs)
• Access corporate accounts on LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract and other partner resources
• Study at EPAM Solution Architecture School with the instructors who are practicing architects
• Develop as a leader, join Delivery Management, Resource Management, Leadership Essentials school and more
• Participate in internal communities (500+ meetups, technical discussions, brainstorming sessions, online events and conferences annually)

What we offer:

• Vacation and sick leave (including a sick leave without a medical certificate)
• A wide range of Voluntary Medical Insurance programs providing both medical treatment and various preventive options (including sports activities)
• Medical insurance for family members at corporate rates
• Company support during significant life events (childbirth or adoption, marriage, etc.)
• Support for psychological comfort: discounts on services from mental health specialists or coaches, thematic training
• E-kids program - a free programming language training program for EPAMers' children