Chief Python Developer (Remote)

The chosen individual will play a key role in upgrading and securing our Python framework, overseeing the development and improvement of Python-based tools and libraries across different platforms.

Responsibilities

• Assess current Python utilization within the organization
• Coordinate with Enterprise Architecture to delineate and document Python application usage
• Design strategies to develop a modern, secure Python ecosystem with packaging and deployment across platforms including Kubernetes, Windows, and Mac
• Work in collaboration with the Security team on deployment strategies, configuration, and system scanning of the Python environment
• Implement secure methodologies for managing Python libraries
• Engage in creating, reviewing, and updating standards and documentation
• Evaluate and integrate security scanning tools like Twistlock, Linting, Coverity, and BlackDuck in Python CI/CD processes
• Manage Artifactory integration for Python versions and enhance malware scanning methods for Python libraries
• Develop guidelines and documentation for incorporating new libraries into PyPi and new Python versions into the PyEnv repository
• Establish policies to prevent Python library downloads from PyPi
• Supervise the open-source approval process for Python modules and libraries, including their intake and evaluation

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of experience in a related role
• At least 2 years of leadership experience in a similar capacity
• Proficiency in CI/CD, with a strong background in Grafana and Splunk
• Expertise in Kubernetes and familiarity with PyPy
• Knowledge of Twistlock scanning, Linting, Coverity scanning, and SonarQube specific to Python code
• Experience with BlackDuck integration in CI/CD for Python
• Capability to manage Artifactory integrations and the process of updating Python libraries and versions
• Fluent English communication skills at a B2+ level

Nice to have

• Background in Sonar
• Capacity to use Twistlock

We offer

• International projects with top brands
• Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
• Healthcare benefits
• 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