Building an Inclusive Culture: Reflections and Insights from 6 EPAMers

One of the best parts of any career is envisioning which professional path you might take. How will you advance? What will your next role be?

Here at EPAM, we want to feed your curiosity by sharing real employee stories and giving you an inside look at what it's like to be part of our diverse and vibrant community. Read on to peek inside and see where you can do your best professional work and grow personally.

Autonomy and Transparency

Imagine starting your day knowing you can decide to design your success. This is the reality for AJ Karim, Account Director at EPAM. Autonomy isn't a buzzword at EPAM; it's a principle. "The doors are open at EPAM to leverage our strong partnerships and create top-tier solutions for our clients," AJ explains. This level of transparency and trust from the company boosts my confidence and drives me to succeed."

Resilient Roots

Envision a team where everyone remains optimistic and supportive during complex and challenging coding events. Rama Sreedhara, Senior Solution Architect on the Site Reliability Engineering team, embodies this: "Despite the adversities we encounter, my team's dedication is unwavering. Our circle of support makes every day rewarding and fulfilling."

Exploration of Work-Life Harmony

Picture a workplace where your well-being is as important as your professional achievements.

Erol Kavas, Director of Delivery Management, finds this daily at EPAM. "The Company’s holistic approach with various wellness programs helps me balance my personal life and work responsibilities," Erol shares. "I can be my most productive self, contributing effectively at work and cherishing family time, all thanks to EPAM's supportive environment."

A Mosaic of Diversity

Our unique cultures and diverse experiences make us stronger. Irfan Ilyas, a System Architect I at EPAM, shares how his firsthand experiences drive his creativity and community. "EPAM's commitment to diversity greatly enriches our team's dynamics," Irfan notes. "Our brainstorming sessions are a festival of ideas where diverse perspectives ignite innovation and creativity, making our workspace truly inclusive and forward-thinking."

Collaboration Support and Creativity

With access to a global network of thinkers and creators eager to collaborate and share knowledge, Rebecca Deery, Senior Director of Experience Design, notes the support and camaraderie she experiences in her role. "With a thousand experts globally within reach, sharing experiences and educational tools, the culture of collaboration at EPAM is unparalleled,” she says excitedly.

"Here, colleagues are more than just coworkers,” adds Robin Smith, VP of Digital Engagement. “They are my support network, my collaborators and an integral part of my daily motivation. This environment supports our projects and enriches our professional journeys.”

Can you envision your #LifeAtEPAM? We pride ourselves in creating a workplace where our values come to life, diversity is celebrated, and our success is shared.

Stay tuned for more stories and insights like these from our vibrant EPAM community. Who knows, the next story we tell might just be yours. Learn more and join us:  https://www.epam.com/careers.