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We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated **Engineering (SRE) Leader** with strong Cloud expertise to join our team.

This is a unique opportunity to collaborate with dedicated professionals across the globe, drive impactful projects, and cultivate a high-performing engineering team. In this role, you will oversee people management, drive solution architecture, and ensure successful project delivery while empowering clients with cutting-edge Cloud solutions.

If you are an innovative technologist, an SRE expert at heart, and thrive on designing robust, scalable Cloud systems, we invite you to apply and shape the future with us.

*Experience the freedom of remote work from anywhere in Georgia, whether from the comfort of your home, our modern offices in Tbilisi and Batumi or a coworking space in Kutaisi.*

**Responsibilities**
* Lead the Site Reliability Engineering team, ensuring organizational growth and effectiveness
* Oversee projects, manage stakeholders, track KPIs, and mitigate risks to meet deadlines
* Support engineers with professional development and career progression opportunities
* Create and execute a strategic roadmap for driving business success within the SRE discipline
* Recruit and retain high-quality talent within the team while optimizing resource allocation
* Collaborate with clients to identify needs and deliver tailored technical solutions
* Define technical tasks, objectives, and deliverables for engineering projects based on solution designs
* Design and deliver scalable Cloud architectures that improve system reliability and efficiency
* Apply best practices for Cloud optimization, including cost management, security, and monitoring
* Communicate technical solutions clearly to diverse audiences, including stakeholders and engineers
* Foster a team culture focused on performance, collaboration, and innovation
* Collaborate across departments to align technical strategies with broader company goals
* Provide leadership in architecture decisions, balancing scalability, reliability, and performance requirements
* Engage in pre-sales activities such as responding to client RFPs and delivering technical presentations
* Ensure efficient management, organization, and retention strategies for technical tasks

**Requirements**
* 5+ years of experience in a Site Reliability Engineering role
* 3+ years of leadership experience managing teams in roles such as Architect, Manager, or Project Owner
* Extensive hands-on experience in software engineering, Cloud computing, and systems engineering (minimum 5 years)
* Strong expertise in public Cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud with optimization strategies
* Familiarity with tools like Terraform for managing production infrastructure and deployment workflows
* Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools for consistent build processes
* Proven competency in architectural design for complex systems at scale
* Background in AI/LLM trends and understanding their potential for developer productivity improvements
* Understanding of Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) for managing secure Cloud environments
* Showcase of managing multiple project lifecycles across diverse stages of development
* Solid knowledge of the software development lifecycle, monitoring best practices, and security protocols
* Advanced system thinking coupled with critical decision-making abilities
* Capability to deliver systems balancing performance, scalability, and reliability requirements
* Strong communication skills in English at a B2+ level or higher for effective collaboration

**Nice to have**
* Cloud certifications like AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Architect, or Google Cloud Developer
* Background in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C# for custom automation solutions
* Familiarity with additional emerging technologies to complement Cloud optimizations

**We offer**
* **We connect like-minded people**
* Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
* Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home
* Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
* Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
* Corporate and social events
* **We invest in your growth**
* Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
* Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
* Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning and Get Abstract
* Free English classes with certified teachers
* **We cover it all**
* Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
* Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
* Comprehensive medical & family care package
* Five trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
* Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)

EPAM Georgia is a team of innovators united by a passion for technology. The dynamic and inclusive culture we embrace helps positively impact our communities, clients, and employees. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to numerous cutting-edge projects, deliver the most creative solutions, and have an opportunity to learn. Our people are at the heart of our success, and we are proud to provide talents with a solid ground to develop and grow.

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