Python Engineering Manager

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.

EPAM Mexico is looking for a thought leader in
Python Development
, someone who is committed to driving innovation and business transformation for our company and our customers.

We're looking for an experienced engineer with the ability to deliver impactful solutions that will strengthen our reputation as a trusted partner and leader in the global technology landscape.

Additionally, to succeed in this role, you need to have leadership skills to motivate a team of engineers to elevate their skills, always deliver the best possible solutions while elevating our engineering practice in Mexico, as well as build a sustainable pipeline of talent and new ideas for years to come.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support your team by hiring, mentoring, and fostering their professional growth. You'll provide feedback, resolve conflicts, and ensure strong team dynamics while aligning their efforts with organizational goals. Your leadership will promote a collaborative, high-performing, and inclusive environment for success and continuous improvement
• Drive AI adoption by aligning strategic goals, fostering innovation, and upskilling teams while ensuring scalable infrastructure and ethical practices
• Set up the software development process from scratch, ensuring a strong technical foundation and alignment with industry's best practices and project requirements
• Stay updated on new technological trends, tools, and accelerators within the Python ecosystem and introduce relevant innovations into the project to improve efficiency or performance
• Actively participates in SWAT activities for resolving critical challenges, stepping in as needed to ensure minimal downtime and efficient resolution
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge in the Python technology stack and evolving frameworks/tools
• Engage in continuous learning by participating in courses, certifications, and technical training
• Present and justify technical solutions to customers and stakeholders while being confident in proposing alternative technical approaches to achieve project goals

Requirements

• Hands-on development experience with Python (at least one Expert-level or several Advanced-level skills related to the Python technology stack), with the ability to perform Code Reviews, implement technological optimizations, and troubleshoot effectively
• Experience in developing Cloud environments and designing infrastructure, mainly in the AWS platform, while being able to assist a team in ensuring reliability and scalability of all solutions
• Able to understand business goals and foster effective interactions with stakeholders. Analyze and address architecture-significant requirements (FRs/NFRs/Constraints) and leverage the Python technology stack to address all project needs in small to mid-sized projects by defining, negotiating, and documenting architecture
• Capable of integrating Engineering Excellence (EngX) practices into the development process to maintain high-quality standards. Enforce and promote a high-level engineering culture across the team
• Able to define, measure, present, and control development progress while ensuring alignment with business objectives and delivery needs
• Demonstrated ability to manage distributed teams and ensure smooth cross-region collaboration
• Leadership skills to inspire and mentor teams while achieving challenging objectives
• Strong communication capabilities with a history of building trust with stakeholders

We offer

• 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