Join our dynamic team as a **Lead Data Engineer** focusing on microservices architecture and back\-end data engineering. You will lead the design, development, and optimization of scalable data pipelines and services, collaborating with architects and engineers to deliver robust solutions. Apply now to drive innovation and mentor a collaborative team. 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. **Responsibilities** * Architect data pipelines and back\-end services within a microservices environment * Ensure data quality, reliability, and system integration * Collaborate with architects and engineers to deliver robust, scalable solutions * Implement data and API governance standards * Troubleshoot and optimize data pipelines, microservices, and APIs * Mentor and guide engineers fostering a collaborative team culture * Drive innovation in microservices and back\-end system design * Coordinate deployment processes using CI/CD tools and cloud platforms * Lead efforts to maintain high system performance and scalability * Evaluate emerging data technologies to enhance infrastructure **Requirements** * Extensive experience in microservices, data engineering, and back\-end development with Java, Scala, Python, or Node.js (5\+ years) * Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring engineering teams * Proven experience with Apache Spark, Databricks, Kafka, Cosmos DB, Redis, and SQL/Spark SQL * Proficiency in CI/CD tools such as Git, Jenkins, ArgoCD, and container orchestration with Docker and Kubernetes * Solid knowledge of cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or GCP * Experience designing RESTful APIs with Swagger, JSON, and YAML * Excellent troubleshooting and optimization skills for data pipelines and microservices * Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively across teams * Upper\-Intermediate English proficiency (B2\) to communicate with global clients and teams **Nice to have** * Experience with AI and machine learning applications * Knowledge of Rust programming language * Familiarity with emerging data technologies and trends **We offer** * Connectivity Bonus (25,000 ARS are paid with a salary receipt at the end of each month as a non\-wages concept). * Medicina Prepaga (It covers the collaborator and direct family group). * Paternity Leave (Two additional days are added to what is established by law, total of 4 days). * Discounts card. * English Training (English lessons, twice per week). * Training Program (Access to multiple customized training plans according to the needs of each role within the company). * Marriage bonus (The company doubles the allowance established by law that ANSES offers). * Referral Program (Referral bonus is paid when the referral of a collaborator joins the Company). * External Agreements and Discounts. * Vacations: 14 calendar days a year *By applying to our role, you are agreeing that your personal data may be used as in set out in EPAM´s Privacy Notice and Policy.*