Senior Node.js AI Software Engineer

EPAM is looking for a Senior Node.js AI Software Engineer to design and develop scalable backend services using Node.js, Nest.js, and TypeScript, build GraphQL and REST APIs, work with AWS and/or Azure cloud environments, and integrate AI capabilities including LLM-based solutions into production applications.

• Design, develop, and scale robust backend services using Node.js, Nest.js, and TypeScript
• Design, build, and optimize GraphQL and REST APIs, ensuring reliable and seamless third-party integrations
• Deploy, manage, and optimize backend applications and cloud environments on AWS and/or Azure
• Research, evaluate, and integrate AI models and services to deliver intelligent product features
• Integrate AI/ML APIs, including LLM-based solutions, into production applications
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, product managers, and other stakeholders to design effective technical solutions
• Participate actively in Scrum events, including Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, and Retrospectives
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to maintaining high engineering standards
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code and contribute to automated testing practices
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex backend, API, integration, and performance issues
• Contribute to architectural discussions and continuously improve backend development practices

• 5+ years of practical experience in backend development
• Strong hands-on experience with Node.js, Nest.js, and TypeScript
• Proven experience designing and developing GraphQL APIs
• Solid experience building REST APIs and integrating complex third-party services
• Hands-on experience with AWS and/or Azure cloud platforms
• Practical experience integrating AI/ML APIs, such as OpenAI and other LLM-based services, into production environments
• Good understanding of backend architecture, scalable systems, and microservices principles
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment
• Strong understanding of software development best practices, clean code, testing, and code quality
• Ability to collaborate effectively with developers, architects, product teams, and other stakeholders
• Upper-Intermediate or higher level of English

• Work on a flexible schedule remotely or from any of our comfortable offices or coworking spaces in Ukraine
• Receive the necessary equipment to perform your work tasks
• Change projects and technology stacks within EPAM
• Gain experience in various business domains (Insurance, E-commerce, Healthcare, Finance, Travelling, Media, Artificial Intelligence, and more)
• Relocation opportunities may be available for eligible candidates
• Participate in volunteer, charity programs and communities
• Plan your individual career path together with your manager
• Receive regular feedback from colleagues
• Improve your English for free with certified teachers
• Get the opportunity to undergo free training and certification in AWS, GCP, or Azure Clouds
• Use the internal E-learn training program (18,200+ specialized training and mentoring programs)
• Access corporate accounts on LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract and other partner resources
• Study at EPAM Solution Architecture School
• Develop as a leader through various leadership schools
• Participate in internal communities (500+ meetups, technical discussions, etc.)
• Vacation and sick leave (including a sick leave without a medical certificate)
• A wide range of Voluntary Medical Insurance programs
• Medical insurance for family members at corporate rates
• Company support during significant life events
• Support for psychological comfort: discounts on services from mental health specialists or coaches
• E-kids program - a free programming language training program for EPAMers' children