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Lead System Engineer

Hybrid in United States of America: Los Angeles

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We are seeking a Lead System Engineer to drive our cloud infrastructure, reliability, and DevOps strategies. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in designing scalable, secure, and fault-tolerant systems while championing modern cloud engineering best practices. We are looking for a collaborative, results-driven technical leader who thrives in an Agile environment and excels at translating complex requirements into robust, automated infrastructure.

Req.#1116487664

Responsibilities

• Cloud & Infrastructure Architecture: Design and build cloud-based software-defined networking, fault-tolerant infrastructure, and multi-region/availability zone strategies

• DevOps & CI/CD Leadership: Implement, maintain, and scale cloud-based DevOps operations, utilizing modern CI/CD tools (e.g., CircleCI, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or AWS CodePipeline)

• Containerization & Orchestration: Lead Kubernetes setup, configuration, deployment, and management across environments

• Automation & Scripting: Write robust automation scripts using Bash or PowerShell, and develop application or automation components in at least one programming language (JavaScript, Ruby, Python, PHP, or C#)

• Monitoring & Analytics: Configure and maintain unified, real-time monitoring and analytics platforms (such as Azure Log Analytics, Google StackDriver / Operations Suite, New Relic, Splunk, or Datadog) to ensure system reliability and observability

• Database & Security Management: Oversee and optimize Microsoft SQL or MySQL databases, ensuring top-tier security, scalability, and performance in alignment with DevOps fundamentals

• Collaboration & Delivery: Work closely with cross-functional Agile teams in a highly collaborative environment, driving technical decisions, mentoring team members, and maintaining reliable follow-through on project deliverables

Requirements

• Education: BA/BS Degree (4-year minimum)

• 4-6 years of related work experience in system engineering, cloud infrastructure, or DevOps

• Experience with AWS and Azure DevOps toolchains and cloud services

• Solid understanding of DevOps fundamentals (security, scalability, and reliability)

• Demonstrated ability to design and create cloud-based software-defined networking

• Familiarity with fault-tolerant infrastructure designs, including the use of multi-region architectures and availability zones

• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes setup, configuration, and deployment

• Scripting languages: Bash or PowerShell

• Programming languages: Experience in at least one of JavaScript, Ruby, Python, PHP, or C#

• Real-time monitoring & analytics tools (Azure Log Analytics, Google StackDriver / Operations Suite, New Relic, Splunk, or Datadog)

• Database experience with Microsoft SQL or MySQL

• CI/CD tools (CircleCI, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or AWS CodePipeline)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong analytical, decision-making, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills

• Results-driven mindset with reliable follow-through and eagerness to work in a collaborative team environment within an Agile workflow

We offer/Benefits

• 100% Nominal Scheme
• Legal Benefits
• Benefits Package
• Wellness Program
• Professional development plan
• Multicultural collaboration
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Subsidized)
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (Company Provided)
• Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Matched 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Legal Plan and Identity Theft Protection
• Accident Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Program

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our clients, 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.

Engineer the Future with a Career at EPAM

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

EPAM will not provide new H-1B visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates with existing transferable H-1B status may be considered.

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As a U.S. federal government contractor, EPAM is committed to meet its affirmative action obligations to make good faith efforts to expand the recruiting pool of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans through outreach, targeted recruitment, training opportunities and other activities. We affirm this commitment annually in EPAM's Affirmative Action Plans. The full text of our Affirmative Action Plan for Persons with a Disability and Protected Veterans is available for inspection in the People Operations Department during normal business hours. Email the People Operations Department to schedule an appointment.

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EPAM Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, developing and promoting employees without discrimination. As a global employer, this commitment includes complying with all laws in the countries in which we operate. Equal opportunity and inclusion are essential to motivate, empower and recognize the best in everyone.

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