Lead Data Software Engineer (Remote)

We are seeking an open-minded Lead Data Software Engineer to drive the development and maintenance of our data-driven architecture. In this role, you will work on developing pipelines to build business-related data products and designing cloud-based platform solutions to support DataHub functionality.

If you’re passionate about shaping the future of data engineering and thrive in an environment where innovation and collaboration are key, we invite you to join us.

Feel free to work remotely from anywhere across Latvia or connect with colleagues at our Riga office.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement data pipelines
• Perform data ingestion processes to integrate existing data sources into the new platform
• Participate in platform engineering, including cloud-based solutions to support the architecture, such as ingestion frameworks, platform orchestrators and exploratory environments
• Conduct MLOps activities to build production-ready cloud-based solutions to support existing ML pipelines
• Take part in the design of on-premises to cloud migration activities

Requirements

• Strong experience in Java, Python or Scala
• Proficiency in SQL
• Understanding of common Big Data challenges (splitability, massive parallel processing, load-balancing, data locality, streaming, etc.) and relevant technologies (Apache Spark, Kafka, NoSQL databases)
• Familiarity with data modeling concepts such as relational/dimensional data, SCD and snowflaking
• Hands-on experience with any major cloud provider: Azure, AWS or GCP
• B2 English level, both verbal and written

We offer

• Engineering Heritage: Best-in-class experts sharing a culture of engineering excellence and tackling complex engineering challenges for over 30 years.
• Advanced Tech Stack: Innovative projects where you can apply or enhance your expertise in Cloud, Data, AI, and other emerging technologies.
• World-Class Clients: Work closely with 295+ of the Forbes Global 2000 on creating disruptive solutions that make a global impact.
• Professional Growth: Exceptional support for career development with comprehensive resources for upskilling or reskilling in pioneering practices.
• GenAI Community: Strong AI competencies with 600+ experts across 55+ locations driving GenAI-enabled transformation journeys.
• Entrepreneurial Culture: If you’re passionate and dedicated to improving business transformation, we provide the support you need to bring your ideas to life.
• Hybrid Setup: The flexibility to work from any location in Latvia, whether it’s your home or our office in Riga.
• Other Benefits: Additional vacation and trust days, private health insurance, Employee Stock Purchase Plan and more.

About EPAM

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. For over 30 years, our team has helped leading brands navigate the waves of digital transformation, building solutions that help them stay competitive through constant market disruption.

With offices in 55+ countries, EPAM has grown in Latvia to over 150+ talented innovators in 3 years. We foster creativity and unconventional ways of doing things, welcoming like-minded professionals to join us.

Salary range €4.5K-€6.2K gross, based on your experience and interview results.