[Hiring] System Architect @EPAM

Role Description

We are looking for a System Architect with strong expertise in Microsoft Azure to design and guide the implementation of secure, scalable, and reliable cloud solutions. In this role, you will:

• Define system architecture and make key technical decisions.
• Support engineering teams throughout the delivery lifecycle.
• Design end-to-end architecture for cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure.
• Define secure, scalable, and maintainable system designs based on business and technical requirements.
• Select appropriate Azure services, integration approaches, and deployment models.
• Ensure architecture meets non-functional requirements such as performance, reliability, security, and cost efficiency.
• Support engineering teams during implementation and help resolve complex technical issues.
• Contribute to cloud modernization, migration, and system integration initiatives.
• Guide infrastructure and deployment approaches using Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD practices.
• Contribute to the design of AI-enabled solutions on Azure, including intelligent automation, document processing, and LLM-based applications where relevant.
• Promote architecture best practices and provide technical leadership across teams.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of experience in System Architecture / Solution Architecture.
• Expertise in Microsoft Azure, including compute, storage, networking, security, and integration services.
• Proven experience designing scalable, secure, and reliable cloud-based systems.
• Understanding of distributed systems, APIs, integration patterns, and enterprise architecture principles.
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code and cloud automation tools such as Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates.
• Experience with CI/CD and modern DevOps practices.
• Practical experience with AI and GenAI solutions on Azure, including Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Services, and Azure Machine Learning.
• Familiarity with intelligent document processing, cognitive services, and LLM-based application architecture.
• Knowledge of RAG patterns, vector databases/search, and AI orchestration approaches.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with both engineering teams and stakeholders.
• English level: B2+

Requirements

• Nice to have Microsoft certifications such as AZ-305, AZ-104, AI-102, and DP-100.
• Experience with data platforms, analytics, and MLOps.
• Experience in consulting, outsourcing, or enterprise digital transformation projects.
• Participation in technical communities, public speaking, hackathons, or innovation programs.