Senior Software Engineer - Debian

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.

We are looking for a seasoned Debian Packaging Specialist with expertise in maintaining stability and efficiency across Debian package builds to join our Linux Sieve Guards team.

This role requires deep technical understanding of Debian packaging, manual intervention in package builds, and the implementation of strategic solutions to enhance reliability.

Responsibilities

• Work with Debian packaging to ensure consistent functionality and performance
• Comprehend the Debian release pipeline to sustain seamless workflows
• Modify and analyze C, C++, Python, Go, Rust, Ocaml, or Perl code for lightweight patch application and adjustments
• Apply or remove lightweight patches in line with evolving code bases under peer review
• Write clear and effective documentation for widespread technical challenges and solutions
• Utilize git to identify and integrate upstream patches into lightweight patch workflows

Requirements

• 6 to 10 years of professional software engineering experience
• Understanding of Debian packaging and release pipeline
• Ability to modify programming languages including C, C++, and Python, alongside occasional work in Go, Rust, Ocaml, and Perl
• Proficiency in git for patch identification and integration
• Background in creating high-quality documentation tailored to technical issues

We offer

• Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies
• Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications
• Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms
• Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects
• Focused individual development
• Benefit package:
  • Health benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible benefits
• Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)