Data Solutions Architect

EPAM Systems; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems Inc in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Data Solutions Architect to design cloud data architectures and scalable pipelines across Azure, AWS, or GCP. You will partner with client stakeholders to shape secure, governed platforms and guide delivery teams with clear design decisions and documentation.

Responsibilities include defining end-to-end data architectures, leading architecture workshops, and documenting decisions and trade-offs.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience designing data solutions for client environments.
• Experience with cloud data platforms on Azure, AWS or GCP.
• Strong SQL and data governance/security fundamentals.
• Ability to document decisions and trade-offs clearly.
• Client-facing communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end cloud data architectures across Azure, AWS or GCP.
• Lead architecture workshops and document decisions, trade-offs and standards.
• Define data pipeline, data warehouse and integration patterns.
• Guide platform selection with Snowflake and Databricks.
• Embed governance, security and cost optimization into designs.

Skills

Cloud data arch

Data pipelines

Data warehousing

SQL

Python/Scala/Java

Stakeholder comms

Documentation

Governance & security

AI/LLM patterns

Kafka streaming

Tools

Snowflake

Databricks

Collibra

Microsoft Purview

Kafka

Job description

We are seeking a Data Solutions Architect in Kuala Lumpur (hybrid). You will design cloud data architectures and scalable pipelines across Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), or Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Partner with client stakeholders to shape secure, governed, cost-aware platforms and guide delivery teams with clear design decisions and documentation.ResponsibilitiesPartner with business and technical stakeholders to define requirements and translate them into solution designsDesign end-to-end cloud data architectures across Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)Define data pipeline, data warehouse and integration patterns aligned to target architectureLead architecture workshops and document decisions, trade-offs and standardsGuide platform selection and implementation approaches across Snowflake, Databricks and related servicesSupport solution shaping, estimation and delivery approach inputs for new engagementsEmbed governance, security and cost optimization practices into designsAssess where Generative AI and large language model (LLM) patterns can improve data solutionsRequirementsProven experience designing data solutions in client-facing environmentsHands-on experience with cloud data platforms on Azure, AWS, or GCPStrong knowledge of data pipelines, data warehousing concepts and integration patternsStrong SQL capability with the ability to guide performance and data access approachesWorking knowledge of data governance and security fundamentalsProficiency in Python, Scala, or JavaClear communication in English with confidence engaging client stakeholdersAbility to create practical architecture documentation and communicate trade-offsNice to haveExposure to artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) or machine learning operations (MLOps) pipelinesFamiliarity with metadata management tools such as Collibra or Microsoft PurviewExperience with real-time or high-volume processing including Kafka and streamingWe offerBy choosing EPAM, you're getting a job at one of the most loved workplaces according to Newsweek 2021 & 2022&2023.Employee ideas are the main driver of our business. We have a very supportive environment where your voice mattersYou will be challenged while working side-by-side with the best talent globally. We work with top-notch technologies, constantly seeking new industry trends and best practicesWe offer a transparent career path and an individual roadmap to engineer your future & accelerate your journeyAt EPAM, you can find vast opportunities for self-development: online courses and libraries, mentoring programs, partial grants of certification, and experience exchange with colleagues around the world. You will learn, contribute, and grow with usLife at EPAMEPAM is a leader in the fastest-growing segment (product development/digital platform engineering) of the IT industry. We acquired Just-BI in 2021 to reinforce our leading position as a global Business Intelligence services provider and have been growing rapidly. With a talented multinational team, we provide data and analytics expertiseWe are currently involved in end-to-end BI design and implementation projects in major national and international companies. We are proud of our entrepreneurial start-up culture and are focused on investing in people by creating continuous learning and development opportunities for our employees who deliver engineering excellence for our clients