Solution Architect

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._

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated **Solution Architect** with expertise in Java Full Stack and AWS to lead and deliver innovative solutions across complex finance and risk domain projects.

This role will require a strong mix of technical expertise, leadership, and strategic vision to design scalable, efficient software systems and oversee their successful implementation.

**Responsibilities**
- Lead the design and architecture of scalable, high-transaction volume systems in the financial and risk domains
- Develop end-to-end architectural solutions for general ledger consolidation and migration to Oracle
- Collaborate with product leaders to ensure technical solutions align with business goals
- Oversee the creation of high-level architecture documents and detailed system design documentation (SDDs)
- Architect global-scale backend microservices using Java, Spring, and Spring Boot
- Guide teams in adopting cloud-native practices using AWS, PCF, and Kubernetes
- Provide technical mentorship to software engineering teams
- Partner with Agile teams to deliver continuous improvements and meet market demands
- Build prototypes and proof-of-concepts for complex business challenges
- Drive governance for technology decisions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
- Advocate for technical excellence and long-term maintainability of systems
- Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

**Requirements**:

- More than 14 years of experience in product engineering and solution architecture, with a strong foundation in Computer Science principles
- Background in designing scalable systems for financial institutions, ideally in finance and risk, ledger migration, or regulated industries
- Expertise in Java, Spring, and Spring Boot for designing backend microservices
- Proficiency with web technologies like HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and modern front-end frameworks such as React or Angular
- Competency in storage technologies including PostgreSQL or SQL Server at large-scale implementations
- Knowledge of cloud-native technologies and platforms, including AWS, PCF, and Kubernetes
- Capability to operate effectively in Agile environments with a focus on continuous delivery
- Skills in fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing across teams
- Showcase of building solutions that meet global scalability and uptime requirements
- Familiarity with solving high-stakes technical problems through hands-on prototyping

**Nice to have**
- Familiarity with Java, J2EE, and microservices architecture, along with RESTful APIs
- Background in Spring frameworks like Spring Data, Spring Batch, Spring REST, Spring Cloud, or AOP
- Understanding of API design best practices and associated tooling
- Qualifications in cloud and DevOps architecture, with a focus on AWS or Azure
- Skills in working with NoSQL databases alongside relational databases like PostgreSQL

**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.)