Senior/ Solution Architect - AI Native Modernization (17+ yrs)

Epam Systems; Hyderabad, Pune District, Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems in Hyderabad, India is seeking a seasoned Solution Architect specialized in AI and application modernization to lead the design and delivery of transformative AI solutions for enterprise clients.

You will guide legacy to cloud-native transitions, architect AI-enabled platforms, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams from strategy through delivery, including RAG model implementation and modernisation planning.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Solution Architect in AI and modernization.
• Hands-on with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) models in production.
• Expertise in modernization of legacy systems and monolith-to-microservices transformation.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong research skills on AI trends and modernization patterns.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop AI-driven solutions and agentic platforms that deliver measurable business value.
• Lead application modernisation initiatives that incorporate AI technologies to enhance and transform existing systems.
• Assess legacy systems and recommend modernisation strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand client requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Implement and optimize Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) models for enterprise applications.
• Conduct research to stay updated on the latest trends and advancements in AI technologies and modernisation patterns.
• Design migration pathways from monolithic to microservices, cloud-native, or AI-enabled architectures.
• Ensure seamless integration of AI solutions with existing systems and platforms.
• Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders to present solutions and gather feedback.

Skills

RAG models

AI architecture

Application modernization

Client engagement

Cloud-native design

Monolith-to-microservices

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Experience Range (only)-17-27 yrs

Solution Architect/Enterprise Architect

Location: India
Company: EPAM Systems

Join EPAM's rapidly growing AI Native Modernization practice and help global enterprises transform some of their most complex legacy systems into modern, AI-enabled platforms.

We are seeking seasoned architects who thrive in ambiguity, enjoy solving challenging modernization problems, and can engage directly with clients from strategy through delivery. You will work on large-scale modernization initiatives involving legacy applications, cloud transformation, AI-assisted engineering, and enterprise architecture while helping shape the future of our growing practice.

Ideal candidates combine deep technical expertise, consulting experience, modernization leadership, and a passion for leveraging AI to accelerate transformation outcomes.

We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect with deep specialization in AI technologies and Application Modernisation to lead the design and delivery of transformative AI solutions for our clients. This role combines technical expertise in AI architecture with practical experience in modernising legacy systems and evolving enterprise platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop AI-driven solutions and agentic platforms that deliver measurable business value
• Lead application modernisation initiatives that incorporate AI technologies to enhance and transform existing systems
• Assess legacy systems and recommend modernisation strategies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand client requirements and translate them into technical solutions
• Implement and optimize Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) models for enterprise applications
• Conduct research to stay updated on the latest trends and advancements in AI technologies and modernisation patterns
• Design migration pathways from monolithic to microservices, cloud-native, or AI-enabled architectures
• Ensure seamless integration of AI solutions with existing systems and platforms
• Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders to present solutions and gather feedback

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Solution Architect, particularly in AI technologies and application modernisation
• Hands-on experience with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) models in production environments
• Demonstrated expertise in application modernisation, including legacy system assessment, refactoring strategies, and monolith-to-microservices transformation
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong research skills to stay abreast of the latest AI trends, modernisation patterns, and technologies
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with other AI and machine learning frameworks and tools
• Previous experience in developing agentic platforms
• Familiarity with containerization, orchestration, and cloud platforms (Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Background in cloud migration and cloud-native architecture design
• Experience with enterprise integration patterns and middleware technologies