We are looking for an experienced Lead Data Engineer to become part of our energetic team.
In this position, you will be responsible for architecting and building advanced AI‑driven solutions, utilizing your knowledge of cloud platforms.
You will partner with various teams to deliver robust, scalable, and secure systems that support organizational goals and follow industry standards.
Responsibilities
- Take part in the creation and enhancement of AI‑based products, such as AI Assistants, AI Assessments, AI Playlists, and Content Authorization tools
- Utilize AI technologies and large language models (LLMs) like Llama 3.1 to craft intelligent solutions
- Develop and support cloud‑native applications on Azure, focusing on scalability, dependability, and security
- Work alongside product stakeholders to clarify requirements and estimate new features, ensuring alignment with business needs
- Produce high‑quality, efficient, and maintainable code in line with established coding guidelines
- Design and uphold unit tests to guarantee code stability and performance
- Review code thoroughly, offering helpful feedback to peers and ensuring compliance with project guidelines
- Engage in agile processes, including user story estimation, sprint planning, and backlog grooming
- Spot and implement opportunities for workflow enhancements, automation, and efficiency gains
- Prepare and update technical documentation for features and APIs
- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including data scientists, product managers, and QA professionals, to deliver top‑tier solutions
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a similar discipline
- At least five years of experience in data engineering or a comparable field
- Minimum of one year in a leadership or team management capacity
- Background in building AI‑powered products, such as AI Assistants, AI Assessments, AI Playlists, and Content Authorization platforms
- Strong Python skills and practical experience with AI frameworks and LLMs like Llama 3.1
- Advanced knowledge of developing and supporting cloud solutions on Azure, with a focus on scalability, reliability, and security
- Understanding of agile practices, including participation in ceremonies, story estimation, and sprint organization
- Proven ability to drive process improvements, automation, and optimization in the development cycle
- Experience in drafting and maintaining technical documentation for features and APIs
- Proficient English communication skills, both verbal and written, at B2+ level or above
We offer
- International projects with top brands
- Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
- Employee financial programs
- Paid time off and sick leave
- Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
- Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
- Global career opportunities
- Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
- EPAM Employee Groups
- Award‑winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn
Seniority level
Employment type
Job function
- Engineering, Information Technology, and Business Development
Industries
- Software Development, IT Services and IT Consulting, and E‑Learning Providers
Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile
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