Chief Software Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled **Chief Software Engineer**to join our Engineering Effectiveness team.This role is centered on integrating AI-powered developer tools to streamline workflows and enhance engineering productivity. You will work closely with multiple teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions for tasks such as code comprehension, automated documentation, and testing, while spearheading the adoption of modern technologies and methodologies.**Responsibilities**- Collaborate with internal teams to implement AI-powered tools like GitHub Copilot, Amazon Q, Windsurf, and similar IDEs into development workflows- Build and manage AI-driven solutions for tasks including code comprehension, automated documentation, and test generation- Partner with engineering teams to identify bottlenecks in development workflows and implement effective solutions- Contribute to backend development with occasional full-stack involvement using technologies like Java, Kotlin, Go, TypeScript, React, and Next.js- Enhance shared tools, APIs, CLI utilities, and automation pipelines integrated with systems such as Active Directory, ServiceNow, Snowflake, and Kafka- Develop and deploy AI-enabled solutions from proof-of-concept to production, serving as a technical liaison for product and platform teams- Collaborate with cloud and infrastructure teams to utilize AWS services (EKS, Lambda, SQS, SNS), Kubernetes, and CI/CD tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, GitHub Actions, and ArgoCD- Promote secure coding standards, implement automated testing, and support continuous delivery to uphold engineering excellence- Provide feedback and innovative ideas to improve the adoption and effectiveness of AI tools and engineering practices**Requirements**:- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field- At least 7 years of experience in software engineering, with expertise in distributed and cloud-native systems- Minimum of 2 years of experience in leadership and team management roles- Experience in at least 2 full-cycle projects or participation in multiple projects across various development lifecycle phases- Proficiency in Java and familiarity with TypeScript- Hands-on experience with AI-assisted development tools like GitHub Copilot, Amazon Q, Windsurf, or similar IDEs- Proven track record of modernizing legacy systems using Generative AI for tasks such as refactoring, cloud migrations, or breaking down monolithic architectures- In-depth understanding of AWS cloud services or comparable platforms like GCP or Azure- Experience with Kubernetes, Terraform, and CI/CD pipeline implementation- Knowledge of event-driven systems and tools such as Kafka or SQS- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across technical and non-technical teams- Ability to work independently and proactively in a fast-paced environment focused on AI-driven strategies- Dedication to engineering best practices, including TDD, BDD, DDD, and Clean Architecture principles- Proficient English communication skills, both written and spoken, at a B2 level or higher**Nice to have**- Advanced skills in prompt engineering for AI tools- Full-stack development experience, including frontend frameworks like React and Next.js- Familiarity with additional AI tools such as Cognition Devin or Claude Code- Exposure to developer enablement platforms and internal tools like Backstage or CLI utilities- Experience with observability solutions such as OpenTelemetry, Datadog, Splunk, or Prometheus**We offer**- Career plan and real growth opportunities- Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions- International Mobility Plan within 25 countries- Constant training, mentoring, online corporate courses, eLearning and more- English classes with a certified teacher- Support for employee’s initiatives (Algorithms club, toastmasters, agile club and more)- Enjoyable working environment (Gaming room, napping area, amenities, events, sport teams and more)- Flexible work schedule and dress code- Collaborate in a multicultural environment and share best practices from around the globe- Hired directly by EPAM & 100% under payroll- Law benefits (IMSS, INFONAVIT, 25% vacation bonus)- Major medical expenses insurance: Life, Major medical expenses with dental & visual coverage (for the employee and direct family members)- 13 % employee savings fund, capped to the law limit- Grocery coupons- 30 days December bonus- Employee Stock Purchase Plan- 12 vacations days plus 4 floating days- Official Mexican holidays, plus 5 extra holidays (Maundry Thursday and Friday, November 2nd, December 24th & 31st)- Monthly non-taxable amount for the electricity and internet billsEPAM 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 d