Lead Go Software Engineer (Platform / Orchestration)

We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer (Platform / Orchestration) to own the end-to-end install architecture and the Go orchestration engine spanning Validate, Actuate with dry-run/policy gates, and Evidence stages, while providing technical leadership across a team of three engineers.ResponsibilitiesOwn the end-to-end install architecture and the Go orchestration engine, including validation, actuation with dry-run/policy gates, and evidence generationLead and review platform work across Terraform, Terragrunt-style IAM/bootstrap, kOps, Helmfile, Kubernetes day-2 operations, and multi-account AssumeRole, without necessarily authoring every layerOrchestrate blank-account delivery, including config contracts, rollback/teardown, and kill-switch / safe-stop mechanismsBuild the first healthy application pipeline, including reusable GHA workflows, runners, IRSA, and ECR with image-sync wiringDesign OpenAPI-aligned automation APIs and decide-vs-execute patternsPrioritize work across platform, backend, and media domains to keep the pod sequencedFollow production software engineering practices across repos and runbooksUse daily AI coding assistants such as Cursor or Claude Code with careful review of code and IaCWork from real GitHub Enterprise repos without inventing paths or cloud factsApply IaC change control through plan, dual approve/sign, and apply via the org-approved Terraform CLI workflow, avoiding freestyle applyMaintain the deploy path through GitHub Actions reusable workflows, self-hosted runners, and IRSA as the primary modelProvide clear English communication for handoffsRequirements5+ years of experience with Go, including CLI and HTTP service development, multi-step waves, concurrency, idempotent flows, and evidence/smoke outputsExpertise in Terraform via approved CLI workflow, Terragrunt-style IAM/bootstrap, and kOpsProficiency in Helmfile, Kubernetes day-2 operations, and multi-account AssumeRoleBackground in building reusable GHA workflows, runners, IRSA, and ECR with image-sync wiringKnowledge of OpenAPI-aligned automation APIs and decide-vs-execute patternsSkills in prioritizing across platform, backend, and media workstreamsFamiliarity with daily AI coding assistants such as Cursor or Claude Code, with careful review of code and IaCUnderstanding of IaC change control processes, including plan, dual approve/sign, and apply workflowsCompetency in clear English communication for technical handoffsNice to haveKnowledge of observability practicesBackground in multi-tenant SaaS install environmentsWe offerWe gather like-minded people:Top tech minds driving innovation in AI, cloud and digital platform modernizationSupportive team and agile, startup-like cultureHybrid by design mode and opportunity to work remotely within PolandChance to work abroad for up to 60 days annuallyBusiness-driven relocation opportunitiesWe provide growth opportunities:Career development programsThought leadership, mentoring, soft skills and well-being programsCertification (Anthropic, Gemini, GCP, Azure, AWS)English classesWe cover it all:Stable payParticipation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 15% discountBenefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers)Referral bonuses up to $2,000Offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, coffee and moreCorporate, social and well-being eventsPlease, note:Benefits listed above are available to employees onlyWe are open for working with Contractors. Terms of B2B cooperation agreements are agreed individuallyWe will reach out to selected candidates exclusivelyEPAM is global leader in AI transformation engineering and integrated consulting, serving Forbes Global 2000 companies and ambitious startups. With over thirty years of expertise in custom software, product and platform engineering, we empower our clients to become AI-Native enterprises, driving measurable value from innovation and digital investments.