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Senior Python Backend Engineer – Agentic AI

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Python developer
  • Proficiency in traditional and cloud frameworks like AWS or GCP
  • Expertise in Cloud Native Development including containerization, orchestration, and deployment
  • English language proficiency at B2 level or higher

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop custom agents from initial concept through production
  • Create and implement integration strategies for custom agents
  • Drive the design of scalable solutions to support long-term evolution
  • Research emerging technologies and methodologies to foster innovation

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
  • Mentorship
  • Problem Solving

About the company

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EPAM Systems

  • IT Services & Consulting
  • XLarge
  • 10,001+
Since 1993, EPAM Systems, Inc. (NYSE: EPAM) has used its software engineering expertise to become a leading global provider of digital engineering, cloud and AI-enabled transformation services, and a leading business and experience consulting partner for global enterprises and ambitious startups. We address our clients’ transformation challenges by fusing EPAM Continuum’s integrated strategy, experience and technology consulting with our 30+ years of engineering execution to speed our clients’ time to market and drive greater value from their innovations and digital investments. We make GenAI real with our AI LLM orchestration, testing and engineering solutions, EPAM DIAL, EPAM EliteA™ and EPAM AI/RUN™, respectively. We deliver globally, but engage locally with our expert teams of consultants, architects, designers and engineers, making the future real for our clients, our partners and our people around the world. We believe the right solutions are the ones that improve people’s lives and fuel competitive advantage for our clients across diverse industries. Our thinking comes to life in the experiences, products and platforms we design and bring to market. Added to the S&P 500 and the Forbes Global 2000 in 2021 and recognized by Glassdoor and Newsweek as a Top 100 Best Workplace, our multidisciplinary teams serve customers across six continents. We are proud to be among the top 15 companies in Information Technology Services in the Fortune 1000 and to be recognized as a leader in the IDC MarketScapes for Worldwide Experience Build Services, Worldwide Experience Design Services and Worldwide Software Engineering Services. Learn more at www.epam.com.

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Job description

We are seeking a Senior Python Backend Engineer to spearhead our Agentic AI initiative, which centers on building advanced custom agents and connectors for Google and AWS AI services. Your role will focus on designing and delivering scalable, forward-thinking solutions that integrate seamlessly with intricate systems and meet evolving organizational and technical requirements. Responsibilities Design and develop custom agents from initial concept through production while aligning with organizational and technical objectives Create and implement integration strategies for custom agents to ensure reliability and improved system functionality Drive the design of scalable solutions to support long-term evolution and enterprise-level demands Identify, investigate, and resolve advanced technical issues to ensure project stability and performance Manage project timelines and milestones, balancing competing priorities in fast-paced settings Research emerging technologies and methodologies to foster innovation and enhance system capabilities Mentor and collaborate with team members to cultivate a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and shared goals Requirements Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Python developer with proficiency in both traditional and cloud frameworks, such as AWS or GCP Advanced troubleshooting and debugging capabilities to address complex production system challenges Knowledge of scalable architecture designs complemented by experience in adapting solutions to evolving requirements Background in research and analysis to assess, recommend, and apply new technologies and strategies Competency in strengthening team collaboration, providing mentorship, and ensuring alignment within an agile workflow Expertise in Cloud Native Development, including containerization, orchestration, and deployment using tools like Docker, Kubernetes, and serverless frameworks Proficiency in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust REST APIs with a strong focus on authentication, error handling, and versioning English language proficiency at B2 level (Upper-Intermediate) or higher for effective communication Nice to have Extensive background in creating production-ready custom agents and integrating them into complex systems Deep understanding of AI concepts such as MCP, A2A protocol, RAG, and their applications Showcase of expertise in A2A communication workflows and enterprise-grade automation orchestration Qualifications in using Amazon Bedrock AgentCore to build, deploy, and manage AI agents on AWS Experience with Google Vertex AI for custom model training and end-to-end application integration Proficiency in utilizing Model Context Protocol for dynamic context and state management in agent workflows Experience with enhancing agent workflows using Retrieval-Augmented Generation in combination with external knowledge bases

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