Lead Python Full Stack Engineer

We're seeking a Lead Python Full Stack Engineer who brings deep backend expertise in Python along with strong frontend skills in React or Angular. The right candidate will confidently operate across the entire stack, lead engineering teams, and drive the design and delivery of scalable, maintainable web applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of full-stack applications using Python and modern frontend frameworks
• Architect backend services, APIs, and integrations with a focus on scalability and resilience
• Define standards for responsive, maintainable frontend components and oversee their implementation
• Own decisions around databases, cloud services, and deployment pipelines
• Collaborate closely with product owners, designers, QA engineers, and stakeholders to shape technical direction
• Drive technical design sessions, lead code reviews, and facilitate architecture discussions
• Mentor and coach engineers, fostering technical growth and engineering excellence within the team
• Ensure long-term code quality, application performance, and maintainability across projects
• Take ownership of delivery, identify risks early, and propose effective solutions

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Python
• At least 1 year of relevant leadership experience
• Strong expertise with FastAPI, Flask, or Django
• Solid working knowledge of React or Angular
• Deep understanding of REST APIs, web application architecture, and design patterns
• Proven experience designing and evolving complex systems
• Strong background with relational and NoSQL databases
• Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, and CSS
• Practical experience with testing, debugging, and CI/CD practices
• Experience leading engineering teams, mentoring developers, and driving technical initiatives
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills
• Ability to operate autonomously and guide others through ambiguity
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, at a minimum B2 level

Nice to have

• Strong cloud background with AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes in production environments
• Experience designing and implementing microservices architectures
• Familiarity with GraphQL or event-driven systems

We offer

• Learning Culture - We want you to be the best version of yourself, that is why we offer unlimited access to learning platforms, a wide range of internal courses, and all the knowledge you need to grow professionally
• Health Coverage - Health and wellness are important, that is why we have you and up to four family members in a premiere health plan. We have a couple of options, so you can choose what is best for you and your family
• Visual Benefit - Seeing your work for us would be a sight for sore eyes. We want your vision to always be at 100% which is why we offer up to $200.000 COP for any visual health expenses
• Life Insurance Plan - We have partnered with MetLife to offer a full-coverage Ife insurance plan. So, your family is covered, even if you are gone.
• Medical Leave Coverage - We are one of the few companies that cover 100% of your medical leave, for up to 90 days. Your health is the most important thing to us
• Professional Growth Opportunities - We have designed a highly competitive and complete development process, where you will have all the tools to get where you have always wanted to be, personally and professionally
• Stock Option Purchase Plan - As an EPAMer you can be more than just an employee, you will also have the opportunity to purchase stock at a reduced price and become a part owner of our organization
• Additional Income - Besides your regular salary, you will also have the chance to earn extra income by referring talent, being a technical interviewer, and many more ways
• Community Benefit - You will be part of a worldwide community of over 50,000 employees, where you can learn, challenge yourself, stand out, and share your knowledge and experience with multicultural teams!

EPAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We accept CVs in English only.

Please note that even though you are applying for this position, you may be offered other projects to join within EPAM.

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.