Lead Apache Airflow Engineer

We are seeking a Lead Apache Airflow Engineer to drive the development and maintenance of Airflow-based workflows, guide technical delivery, and mentor team members while collaborating with cross-functional and distributed teams. Responsibilities Develop new and maintain existing Airflow Operators, Hooks and SensorsIntegrate new Airflow versions with Cloud ComposerFix bugs in Airflow and implement improvementsImplement tests for Airflow, including Unit Testing and Solution TestingCreate internal documentation for the work artifactsCoordinate development activities within the team and support delivery planningCollaborate with cross-functional and distributed teams to support delivery and resolve technical issuesSupport junior team members through knowledge sharing, technical guidance, and code review activitiesParticipate in technical discussions with client, prioritization, and coordination of development activities within the team Requirements 7+ years of experience with strong Python programming skillsExperience with Cloud APIs (REST/RPC)Knowledge of DevOps/SysAdmin practices, Linux, and Kubernetes, including building container imagesUnderstanding of Cloud platforms, especially Google Cloud PlatformExpertise in Airflow or similar experience in building workflows based on Luigi, Oozie, Argo, Azkaban, or Apache NiFiExperience working with open-source communitiesProficiency in English communication, both spoken and written Nice to have Understanding of cloud architecture, including scalability and IaaS principlesGoogle Cloud Certification (e.g., GCP Architect or Data Engineer) We offer We 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 exclusively EPAM 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.