Senior Python MCP Engineer

About the Position

We are seeking a Senior Python MCP Engineer to spearhead the development of a production-grade, cloud-native Enterprise Agent Development Platform that enables engineering teams to define, orchestrate, deploy, and monitor AI agents at scale. The platform, built on LangGraph and Strands Agents within AWS AgentCore Runtime, standardizes agent development across the organization by providing a simplified single-file developer workflow that handles runtime, tooling, observability, and deployment automatically. This role focuses on the template library and MCP factory/delivery service, forming part of a broader initiative spanning agent framework design, runtime architecture, marketplace integration, CI/CD automation, and enterprise observability.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain the template library and MCP factory/delivery service to support scalable agent development
• Implement server-side MCP protocol capabilities to ensure consistent communication between agents and tools
• Build and optimize serverless components leveraging AWS Lambda and API Gateway
• Develop asynchronous Python services utilizing FastMCP, asyncio, and Pydantic
• Embed platform-wide observability standards using OpenTelemetry for traces, metrics, and logs
• Apply container security baseline practices throughout the development lifecycle
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to reduce agent development timelines from months to days
• Uphold consistent standards for security, quality, and governance across the platform

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience developing in Python
• Background in API and integration engineering
• Skilled in async Python frameworks such as FastAPI and aiohttp
• Deep expertise in Python, FastMCP, asyncio, and Pydantic
• Working knowledge of AWS Lambda and API Gateway
• Solid grasp of server-side MCP protocol implementation
• Familiarity with OpenTelemetry for tracing, metrics, and logging
• Hands-on experience applying container security baseline practices
• English language proficiency at B2 level or above

Nice to Have

• Practical experience with the FastMCP library
• Knowledge of LangGraph tool integration
• Exposure to AWS Bedrock or AgentCore

We Offer

With us you can:

• 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, depending on the role and openings at other EPAM locations
• Participate in volunteer, charity programs and communities (both technical and interest-based)

We focus on your professional growth:

• You can plan your individual career path together with your manager
• Receive regular feedback from colleagues
• Improve your English for free with certified teachers (Speaking Clubs, client interview preparation courses, etc.)
• 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 with the instructors who are practicing architects
• Develop as a leader, join Delivery Management, Resource Management, Leadership Essentials school and more
• Participate in internal communities (500+ meetups, technical discussions, brainstorming sessions, online events and conferences annually)

Vacation and sick leave (including a sick leave without a medical certificate)

A wide range of Voluntary Medical Insurance programs providing both medical treatment and various preventive options (including sports activities)

Medical insurance for family members at corporate rates

Company support during significant life events (childbirth or adoption, marriage, etc.)

Support for psychological comfort: discounts on services from mental health specialists or coaches, thematic training

E-kids program - a free programming language training program for EPAMers' children