Lead Python Developer

We are seeking a Lead Python Developer with 7+ years of experience to join the Product Team in building a next-generation AI-powered financial assistant platform.

You will be rapidly iterating with business users to test, refine, and deploy chat, reporting, and bespoke interfaces into their investment workflows.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-quality, reliable software components for an AI-powered financial platform
• Gather requirements, consider edge cases, and create system designs independently
• Collaborate with a small team of highly skilled engineers to build innovative solutions
• Participate in rapid iteration cycles with direct feedback from sophisticated end-users
• Contribute to architectural decisions that shape the product's direction

• 7+ years of hands-on experience with Python (or strong programming background and willingness to learn Python)
• Experience with FastAPI or other Python frameworks strongly desired
• Proficiency with AWS, Kubernetes, and Terraform
• High autonomy and self-governance with strong problem-solving abilities
• Excellent system design and architectural skills
• High standards for code quality and reliability
• Experience with frontend technologies (TypeScript/JavaScript, React/NextJS/Node) is a significant plus
• Fluent English communication skills at a C1 level

• 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 – the employee will be eligible to accrue 15-25 paid days, depending on specific level and tenure with EPAM (accrual eligibility may change over time)
• Paid Holidays - nine (9) total per year
• Legal Plan and Identity Theft Protection
• Accident Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• If otherwise eligible, participation in the discretionary annual bonus program
• If otherwise eligible and hired into a qualifying level, participation in the discretionary Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program