Senior GCP DevOps Engineer

We are seeking a talented Senior GCP DevOps Engineer to assist clients with deploying Google Cloud Platform products. In this position, you will provide architecture guidance, data migration, troubleshooting, and monitoring while making sure best practices are upheld. If you are ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply!

We would like to inform you that this role is primarily offered under a standard employment contract, in accordance with applicable labor regulations. Unlock the potential of remote work in Kazakhstan, giving you the flexibility to work from home or access our offices in Astana, Almaty or Karaganda. Responsibilities

• Define technical requirements and project scope
• Maintain active communication with customers to ensure project alignment
• Facilitate the adaptation of customer applications to a Cloud-Native approach
• Apply DevOps practices, including CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code (IaaC)
• Architect and optimize cloud applications for scalability, including CDN, caching, compute optimizations, and load balancing setups
• Help deploy and configure GCP services such as identity management, network architecture, application security, and billing
• Record technical decisions, designs, and processes for future reference
• Track and troubleshoot cloud applications, including network connectivity and cluster performance
• Exchange knowledge and participate in training sessions to grow team expertise

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in DevOps, Cloud Engineering, or related roles
• Qualifications in GCP services such as Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), CloudBuild, Secret Management, and Container Registry
• Background in ensuring high availability, scalability, and security for Kubernetes clusters and applications
• Proficiency in Version Control systems, including GitHub
• Expertise in CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions and/or Jenkins
• Skills in building and managing Dockerfiles and Kubernetes YAML configurations
• Knowledge of infrastructure automation and configuration management tools like Terraform or Ansible
• Capability to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Kubernetes clusters and network connectivity
• Familiarity with diagnosing and debugging Python-based applications
• Background in enterprise AI integration using AWS Bedrock, Google Vertex AI, and Azure AI Services
• Expertise in designing, building, and operating AI agents and agentic AI frameworks
• Solid knowledge of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures and implementation
• Showcase of AI-assisted development tools, such as Cursor, Claude Code, Trae, OpenCode, Antigravity, or similar
• Understanding of modern Generative AI technologies, LLMs, and enterprise AI solution design
• Strong English communication skills (B2 level or higher)

We offer

• We connect like-minded people:

• Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact

• Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home

• Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year

• Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries

• Corporate and social events

• We invest in your growth:

• Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs

• Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS

• Unlimited access to EPAM's internal learning database

• Free English classes with certified teachers

• Discounts in local language schools, including online courses for the Kazakh language

• We cover it all:

• Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program

• Medical & family care package

• Six trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)

• Coverage of psychology sessions of your choice

• Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)

• Housing support program: preferential mortgage access via Otbasy Bank partnership

EPAM is global leader in AI transformation engineering and integrated consulting, serving Forbes Global 2000 companies and ambitious startups. With over thirty years of expertise in custom software, product and platform engineering, we empower our clients to become AI-Native enterprises, driving measurable value from innovation and digital investments.