Lead Systems Engineer - Data DevOps/MLOps

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.

We're looking for a talented and dedicated Lead Systems Engineer with expertise in Data DevOps/MLOps to enhance innovation and efficiency throughout our data and machine learning operations.

Responsibilities

• Build, launch, and oversee CI/CD pipelines that enable smooth data integration and ML model deployment
• Create a strong infrastructure foundation for processing, training, and serving machine learning models through cloud-based platforms
• Streamline essential workflows including data validation, transformation, and orchestration to boost operational efficiency
• Partner with cross-functional teams, such as data scientists and engineers, to incorporate ML solutions into live production environments
• Enhance model serving capabilities, performance tracking, and reliability within production systems
• Maintain data versioning, lineage tracking, and reproducibility throughout ML experiments and workflows
• Spot and execute opportunities to boost scalability, efficiency, and resilience within the infrastructure
• Implement strict security protocols to protect data and maintain compliance with applicable regulations
• Troubleshoot and fix technical problems within data pipelines and ML deployment processes

Requirements

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a comparable field is required
• At least 8 years of hands-on experience in Data DevOps, MLOps, or similar fields
• Strong command of cloud platforms including Azure, AWS, or GCP
• Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible
• Expertise in containerization and orchestration solutions like Docker and Kubernetes
• Practical experience working with data processing frameworks such as Apache Spark and Databricks
• Strong Python skills along with familiarity using libraries like Pandas, TensorFlow, and PyTorch
• Working knowledge of CI/CD tools including Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, and GitHub Actions
• Background using version control systems and MLOps platforms such as Git, MLflow, and Kubeflow
• Familiarity with monitoring and alerting solutions like Prometheus and Grafana
• Solid problem-solving abilities paired with the capacity to make independent decisions
• Strong communication skills along with the ability to produce clear technical documentation

Nice to have

• Experience with DataOps methodologies and tools like Airflow or dbt
• Familiarity with data governance platforms such as Collibra
• Exposure to Big Data technologies including Hadoop or Hive
• Holds certifications in cloud platforms or data engineering tools

We offer

• Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies
• Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications
• Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms
• Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects
• Focused individual development
• Benefit package:
  • Health benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible benefits
• Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)