Is EPAM Systems a good company to work for as a Lead Software Engineer?

Lead Software Engineer professionals working at EPAM Systems have rated their employer with 4.0 out of 5 stars in 636 Glassdoor reviews. This is an average score with the overall rating of EPAM Systems employees being 4.0 out of 5 stars. Search open Lead Software Engineer Jobs at EPAM Systems now and start preparing for your job interview by browsing frequently asked Lead Software Engineer interview questions at EPAM Systems .

Does EPAM Systems pay Lead Software Engineer employees well?

Lead Software Engineer professionals rate their compensation and benefits at EPAM Systems with 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 636 anonymously submitted employee reviews. This is 2.8% worse than the company average rating for salary and benefits. Find out more about Lead Software Engineer salaries at EPAM Systems.

How happy are Lead Software Engineer professionals working at EPAM Systems?

81% of Lead Software Engineer employees at EPAM Systems would recommend their employer to a friend. This rating has decreased by 8% in the past 12 months. Lead Software Engineer professionals have also rated EPAM Systems with a 4.1 rating for work-life-balance, 4.4 rating for diversity and inclusion, 4.2 rating for culture and values and 4.0 rating for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at EPAM Systems?

Senior Software Engineer (2029) , Software Engineer (1961) , Lead Software Engineer (677) , Junior Software Engineer (283) , Business Analyst (265) , Project Manager (259) , Software Developer (241) , Senior Business Analyst (210) , Senior Systems Engineer (187) , Systems Engineer (173) , Delivery Manager (143) , Devops Engineer (122) , Software Test Automation Engineer (109) , Data Engineer (104) , Front End Developer (99)

What are the pros of working at EPAM Systems according to real employee reviews?

"It is pretty organized and let you have a good work/life balance" ((in 597 reviews)); "Good client base and culture" ((in 444 reviews)); "Some really great people to work with who are great at what they do;" ((in 409 reviews)); "Good International Environment and Benefits" ((in 397 reviews)); "Great colleagues and learning structure" ((in 272 reviews))

What are the cons of working at EPAM Systems according to real employee reviews?

"Low Salaries & Broken Promises – The company often misrepresents its financial situation or makes false promises about salary increases." ((in 1495 reviews)); "poor management from direction and high" ((in 338 reviews)); "1. Ratio of Management to Employees is very high [ Too many managers associated in a project which adds to the micromanagement in the end]" ((in 205 reviews)); "Total compensation is low and unfair." ((in 111 reviews)); "A lot of bureaucracy, sport rooms are closed during pandemic" ((in 70 reviews))

EPAM Systems Lead Software Engineer reviews

4.0

81% would recommend to a friend

(636 total reviews)

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81% approve of CEO

70% positive business outlook

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Lead Software Engineer employees have rated EPAM Systems with 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 636 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Lead Software Engineer professionals have a good working experience there. EPAM Systems is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Lead Software Engineer professionals compared to other employers within the Informationstechnologie industry (3.9 stars).

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636 reviews

4.0

Jun 6, 2025

good place to work

Lead software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

good company culture, interesting projects, professional attitude

Cons

too much day-to-day administration on some projects, salary not that high

EPAM Systems Response

1y

Thank you for taking the time to reflect on and share your journey with EPAM. We're delighted to hear that you appreciated the company culture, projects and the attitude of the teams. These are core elements of what we strive to foster at EPAM. We are continuously working to streamline our processes to ensure efficiency without unnecessary burdens. We regularly review our compensation structures to remain competitive and to reflect the value contributed by all our employees. Thank you for your contributions to EPAM while you were here. We wish you the best in the rest of your career.

5.0

Jun 5, 2025

This is indeed "Home of a modern Engineer"

Lead software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- I have seen EPAM partnering with product-based companies, offering opportunities to work on real-world problems with continuous learning and growth, there is a Strong learning culture, with early exposure to structured programs like DSA and system design training led by experienced engineers. - Vibrant tech communities for Java, Python, DevOps, AI, and more, supported by regular speaker sessions, hackathons, kata events, quizzes, and masterclasses. - Organized practice groups ensure you're engaged even when between projects. Practices focus on upskilling in the latest technologies and preparing for client engagements. - Supportive peer learning culture - Hands-on exposure to AI through hackathons, internal challenges, real-world applications, and training sessions led by expert instructors. - Dedicated innovation space called the Garage that encourages idea-sharing, experimentation, and leading your own POCs if the idea is strong.

Cons

- The onboarding and early weeks can feel overwhelming due to the wide array of initiatives and programs and with so many events and communities, - it might be hard to prioritize or balance learning with project work at times.

EPAM Systems Response

7mo

Thank you for such a thoughtful review! We love seeing those five stars. We appreciate you leaving detailed information that may help potential candidates gain insight into working at EPAM! Wishing you a long career with us.

5.0

May 22, 2025

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I spent almost six years at EPAM. They gave me tons of knowledge, experience in hundreds of areas. The people I worked with were the most professional I have ever met, and the attitude in the company makes you strive for the same level of professionalism. I'm grateful I had a chance to work there.

Cons

- people - opportunities - recognition - attitude - knowledge base

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