Solution / Enterprise Architect- Application Engineering

EPAM Systems

As a Solution/Enterprise/Lead Architect – Application Engineering at EPAM, you will play a dual role as a technology leader and client partner. You will lead solution strategy, oversee architecture governance, and manage large-scale managed services engagements. You will directly interact with CXO-level stakeholders to define transformation roadmaps while guiding and mentoring teams of architects and engineers to deliver excellence.

Responsibilities

Define and own the solution strategy for large-scale digital transformation and managed services programs
Drive multi-year technology roadmaps, modern platform architectures, and operating models
Ensure solutions are scalable, resilient, cost-efficient, and aligned with business objectives
Architect and oversee large-scale managed services engagements, including application management, cloud operations, and platform engineering
Define SLAs, governance models, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement frameworks
Ensure operational excellence through automation, AI/GenAI, and DevOps-driven practices
Stay hands-on with architecture, proof-of-concepts, and technology exploration
Lead technical due diligence, solution assessments, and modernization strategies
Advocate for innovation, including cloud-native, microservices, event-driven architectures, and AI/GenAI-enabled solutions
Act as a trusted advisor to CIOs, CTOs, and other CXO-level executives
Bridge business strategy with technology execution, presenting clear roadmaps and business cases
Lead pre-sales, RFP/RFI responses, and executive-level presentations to secure new business opportunities
Lead a community of solution architects, principal engineers, and delivery leads across multiple geographies
Foster a culture of technical excellence, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning
Mentor senior architects on architecture best practices, client engagement, and managed services solutioning

Requirements

22-30 years of overall experience
15+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, and solution design, hands-on architecture.
Proven track record in leading large-scale managed services programs (multi-year, multi-million-dollar engagements)
Deep knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), enterprise integration, and platform modernization
Hands-on experience with at least one programming language (Java, .NET, JavaScript/TypeScript, or Python) along with GEN AI, AI architecture
Strong expertise in service delivery models, SLAs/KPIs, and governance frameworks
Experience with AI/GenAI integration in managed services (automation, predictive analytics, conversational AI, knowledge management), Implementing AI solutions hands-on.
GenAI orchestration frameworks (LangChain, LlamaIndex, Langgraph,Azure OpenAI, AWS Bedrock), Vector DB
Demonstrated ability to interact with and influence CXO-level executives
Proven experience in IT consulting or global delivery organizations
Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills

Nice to have

Experience with AIOps, MLOps, and intelligent automation
Strong business acumen to participate in contract negotiations, service pricing, and P&L discussions
Thought leadership (public speaking, whitepapers, or blogs in architecture and AI/GenAI)

We offer

Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies
Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications
Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms
Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons
Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects
Focused individual development
Benefit package:

Health benefits
Retirement benefits
Paid time off
Flexible benefits

Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.