Software Engineering Manager (Python)

We are looking for a Software Engineering Manager with a Python background to lead and grow our team. This is a people-first role. You will spend a big part of your time managing people, and it is as important as your technical expertise. We are not looking for a tech lead who only drives solutions. We need a manager who wants to build teams and grow engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and motivate engineers. Create personal development plans and career paths for them
• Build a positive working environment and keep the team engaged
• Plan resources for new and existing projects. Define hiring needs, recruit new people and set up a strong onboarding process
• Develop the Python competency: define the required skills and technologies and organize training through EPAM L&D
• Build long-term relationships with clients, manage their expectations and take full responsibility for delivery
• Plan project schedules, set team priorities and make sure issues and defects are resolved on time
• Work with developers on requirements, review deliverables and uphold engineering standards (corporate and project-specific)
• Take part in solution design and make sure it meets business, financial and schedule goals

Requirements

• 7+ years of hands-on software engineering experience with Python
• Knowledge of and practical experience with AI-assisted development tools and AI solution engineering
• Proven experience managing a team of 5+ people and solving people management questions
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Good knowledge of project management and software engineering practices
• English level B2 or higher, spoken and written

Nice to have

• Experience with cloud solutions, AWS or Azure preferred

We offer

• CONTINUOUS UPSKILLING, LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT
  • Diversity of tasks and projects
  • Assessment center for objective review of competency level
  • Personal development plan
  • Mentoring programs and leadership development
  • Certification and professional development support
  • Access to learning platforms including more than 2,500 internal courses
  • English courses taught by certified teachers
• CORPORATE BENEFITS
  • Extra leave days
  • Referral bonuses
• COMPENSATION PACKAGE
  • Competitive compensation paid in USD
  • Regular salary and performance reviews
• MEDICAL & HEALTHCARE
  • Private health insurance
  • Well-being events
• WORKING ENVIRONMENT
  • Recreation areas and kitchens
  • Tea, coffee and snacks
  • Sports equipment and game consoles
  • IT Equipment
  • Microsoft’s Software Assurance Home Use Program (HUP)

Please note that our Talent Attraction Team reviews applications and CVs submitted in English.

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.