Solution Architect / Senior Solution Architect - Java

EPAM Systems; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 350,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems is seeking a seasoned Solution Architect to lead cloud and solution architecture for large-scale enterprises. You will drive secure, scalable designs, guide distributed teams, and champion architectural excellence across the organization.

You will work with Azure/AWS/GCP in live environments, implement microservices, and push for performance and reliability improvements while mentoring teams and creating comprehensive architectural documentation.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in IT with solution or cloud architecture in enterprise settings.
• Proven experience with Azure, AWS, or GCP in live production environments.
• Strong ability to design scalable architectures aligned with enterprise strategy.
• Experience reviewing architectures for M&A-related solutions.
• DevOps experience and CI/CD pipeline management; GitHub Actions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Architect and deliver cloud-native solutions based on microservices and event-driven design.
• Establish architectural guidelines, patterns, and best practices for enterprise teams.
• Build and deploy solutions using Kubernetes and service mesh tooling like Istio.
• Collaborate with global teams to align with technical direction and standards.
• Mentor development teams and drive performance improvements across distributed systems.
• Produce architectural documentation using diagrams in Miro, Gliffy, or Draw.io.
• Guide cloud adoption, modernization, and optimization across enterprise systems.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Solution design

Microservices

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Tools

Miro

Gliffy

Draw.io

Job description

We're seeking a seasoned and forward-thinking Solution Architect / Senior Solution Architect who brings a strong foundation in solution or cloud architecture within large-scale enterprise settings. In this role, you'll architect and deliver secure, scalable, high-performance solutions, partnering with globally distributed teams to establish architectural direction, ensure alignment with technical standards, and champion technical excellence throughout the organization.

Responsibilities

• Take the lead on architecting and building cloud-native solutions rooted in microservices and event-driven design principles
• Establish architectural guidelines, design patterns, and best practices to guide enterprise-level engineering teams
• Build and deploy solutions leveraging technologies such as Kubernetes and service mesh tooling like Istio
• Work alongside global architecture teams, technology groups, and stakeholders to maintain alignment with overarching technical direction
• Offer technical guidance and mentorship to development teams, encouraging strong practices and shared learning
• Push forward performance improvements by directing performance testing and refining distributed system behavior
• Produce and update architectural documentation using tools such as Miro, Gliffy, or Draw.io to clearly communicate technical designs
• Guide cloud adoption, modernization, and optimization efforts across enterprise systems
• Ensure technology solutions support business goals while addressing needs around scalability, reliability, and security
• Investigate emerging technologies and determine their potential value in solving business problems
• Partner closely with technical and product leadership to ensure solutions are delivered successfully

Requirements

• Between 12 and 20 years of IT experience, with a solid grounding in solution or cloud architecture within enterprise contexts
• Strong background working with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP in live production environments
• Demonstrated success designing comprehensive, scalable architectures aligned with enterprise-wide strategy
• Familiarity with implementing and reviewing solutions related to mergers and acquisitions
• Skilled in DevOps practices and CI/CD pipeline management, with GitHub Actions experience considered a plus
• Capability using tools like Miro, Gliffy, or Draw.io to produce technical documentation and diagrams
• Strong capacity to lead architectural conversations and shape technical decisions across multiple organizational levels
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical topics to both technical and non-technical audiences