Lead Apache Airflow Engineer

EPAM Systems is a global leader in AI transformation engineering and integrated consulting, serving Forbes Global 2000 companies and startups. With over thirty years of expertise in software, product, and platform engineering, EPAM enables clients to become AI-Native enterprises.

• 7+ years of experience with strong Python programming skills
• Experience with Cloud APIs (REST/RPC)
• Knowledge of DevOps/SysAdmin practices, Linux, and Kubernetes, including building container images
• Understanding of Cloud platforms, especially Google Cloud Platform
• Expertise in Apache Airflow or similar workflow tools like Luigi, Oozie, Argo, Azkaban, or Apache NiFi
• Experience working with open-source communities
• Proficiency in English communication, both spoken and written

Nice to have:

• Understanding of cloud architecture, including scalability and IaaS principles
• Google Cloud Certification (e.g., GCP Architect or Data Engineer)

• Develop new and maintain existing Airflow Operators, Hooks and Sensors
• Integrate new Airflow versions with Cloud Composer
• Fix bugs in Airflow and implement improvements
• Implement tests for Airflow, including Unit Testing and Solution Testing
• Create internal documentation for work artifacts
• Coordinate development activities within the team and support delivery planning
• Collaborate with cross-functional and distributed teams to support delivery and resolve technical issues
• Support junior team members through knowledge sharing, technical guidance, and code review
• Participate in technical discussions with clients and prioritization of development activities

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