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

EPAM - Lead Software Engineer professionals working at EPAM Systems have rated their employer with 4.4 out of 5 stars in 16 Glassdoor reviews. This is a higher than average score with the overall rating of EPAM Systems employees being 4.0 out of 5 stars. Search open EPAM - Lead Software Engineer Jobs at EPAM Systems now and start preparing for your job interview by browsing frequently asked EPAM - Lead Software Engineer interview questions at EPAM Systems .

Does EPAM Systems pay EPAM - Lead Software Engineer employees well?

EPAM - Lead Software Engineer professionals rate their compensation and benefits at EPAM Systems with 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 16 anonymously submitted employee reviews. This is 30.6% better than the company average rating for salary and benefits. Find out more about EPAM - Lead Software Engineer salaries at EPAM Systems.

What are the top reviewed jobs at EPAM Systems?

Senior Software Engineer (2048) , Software Engineer (1965) , Lead Software Engineer (684) , Junior Software Engineer (286) , Business Analyst (266) , Project Manager (259) , Software Developer (241) , Senior Business Analyst (210) , Senior Systems Engineer (188) , Systems Engineer (174) , Delivery Manager (143) , Devops Engineer (122) , Software Test Automation Engineer (110) , Data Engineer (106) , 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 592 reviews)); "Good client base and culture" ((in 449 reviews)); "Some really great people to work with who are great at what they do;" ((in 409 reviews)); "Good International Environment and Benefits" ((in 399 reviews)); "Awesome colleagues and good environment" ((in 284 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 339 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 204 reviews)); "Total compensation is low and unfair." ((in 117 reviews)); "A lot of bureaucracy, sport rooms are closed during pandemic" ((in 66 reviews))

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EPAM Systems EPAM - Lead Software Engineer reviews

4.4

96% would recommend to a friend

(16 total reviews)

Balazs Fejes

Not enough data to show CEO approval

94% positive business outlook

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5.0

Career opportunities

4.9

Work/Life balance

4.9

Senior management

4.9

Compensation and benefits

4.8

Diversity & inclusion

4.6

Culture & values

EPAM Lead Software Engineer employees have rated EPAM Systems with 4.4 out of 5 stars, based on 16 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most EPAM Lead Software Engineer professionals have an excellent working experience there. EPAM Systems is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by EPAM Lead Software Engineer professionals compared to other employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

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16 reviews

3.0

Aug 11, 2025

Moderate

Epam - software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Require good knowledge in java and sal

Cons

Group discussion is not as expected in pool

EPAM Systems Response

7mo

Thanks for taking the time to leave a review for EPAM. We appreciate all you do! Wishing you a long career with us.

5.0

Jul 23, 2025

Spectacular

Epam - lead software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good good with service sector

Cons

Need to develop their contacts

EPAM Systems Response

9mo

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience working at EPAM.

5.0

May 13, 2025

Junior Developer

Epam - software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Strong Engineering Culture EPAM is known for its engineering excellence and technical depth. Good place for software developers, QA, DevOps, and architects. Global Projects Opportunity to work on international, enterprise-level projects for top-tier clients (e.g., Google, SAP, financial institutions). Exposure to diverse technologies and industries. Learning & Development Continuous learning is encouraged through internal training, certifications, and access to Udemy/LinkedIn Learning. Mentorship and career development frameworks are in place.

Cons

Work-Life Balance Varies Some employees report long hours depending on client demands. Deadlines can be tight, especially in consulting or delivery roles. Bureaucracy & Process Overhead Big company structure can lead to slower decision-making. Some processes feel rigid or overcomplicated. Client-Driven Culture You’re often working according to client priorities, which may limit creative freedom. Sudden project changes or reassignments are possible if client contracts shift.

EPAM Systems Response

Thank you for sharing your review. We're delighted to read about your positive experience working at EPAM! We have read through your concerns regarding work-life balance and take your feedback seriously. Our business relies on both client and employee satisfaction for mutual success. We strive to compensate employees for overtime efforts and ensure that employees feel valued. If you are interested in continuing this conversation or want to share feedback on how we can improve this experience for others, please get in touch with us at Glassdoor@epam.com. Thank you for everything you do to make EPAM a great place to work!

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