Azure AI Solution Architect

EPAM Systems; Eindhoven; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 paid holiday days

Pension plan scheme

Disability insurance (WGA Shortfall)

Long-term disability insurance (WIA)

EPAM Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESd

Commuting to work - costs reimbursed

Laptop + corporate simcard + device

Bike lease

Employee Assistance Program

Corporate Programs and referrals

Learning and certifications

Job summary

EPAM Systems seeks an experienced AI Solutions Architect to design and implement cloud‑native solutions using Azure AI and OpenAI services. You will own end‑to‑end architecture across concept, design and deployment, ensuring seamless integration and continuous improvement.

You will lead PoCs, collaborate with clients and stakeholders, and stay ahead of Gen‑AI cloud innovations to boost performance, scalability and security across complex systems.

Qualifications

• At least 5–7 years of experience designing and managing Azure cloud solutions.
• 2–3 years of experience with AI/Gen‑AI using Azure AI and Azure OpenAI services.
• Deep understanding of Azure services, architecture and best practices.
• Strong knowledge of NLP and automated text generation.
• Experience designing serverless architectures and integrating AI automation.
• Hands‑on with CI/CD pipelines and Azure DevOps.
• Excellent communication with clients and stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Design robust, scalable, secure cloud‑native solutions using Azure AI and OpenAI services.
• Develop automated processes for text generation, classification and validation with Azure AI.
• Integrate AI solutions into existing systems to optimize data processing and communications.
• Establish and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.
• Monitor implementations for performance, cost efficiency and security; propose improvements.
• Ensure cloud solutions comply with industry regulations and security standards.
• Collaborate with clients to understand business needs and provide architectural guidance for cloud modernization.
• Lead PoC initiatives to validate solutions and drive successful delivery.

Skills

Azure architecture

Azure AI

Azure OpenAI

NLP

Serverless design

CI/CD

Stakeholder communication

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

EPAM is seeking a highly skilled and experienced AI Solutions Architect to join our team.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing innovative solutions usingAzure AIandAzure OpenAIservices. This role is critical in automating and enhancing system maintenance notifications through AI-driven text generation, classification and validation, contributing to scalable and efficient system performance. You will work across the entire lifecycle of the product, from concept and design to deployment, ensuring seamless integration and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Design robust, scalable and secure cloud-native solutions that leverage Azure AI and OpenAI technologies and services. Oversee the implementation process, ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry best practices
• Develop automated processes for classification, validation and generating text suggestions using Azure AI
• Integrate AI solutions into existing systems to optimize communication and data processing
• Establish and maintain a CI/CD pipelinefor continuous integration and delivery using Azure DevOps
• Monitor cloud implementations and make recommendations for improvements in terms of performance, cost-efficiency and security
• Ensure that all cloud solutions comply with industry regulations and security standards
• Work closely with clients to understand their business needs and technical requirements. Provide expert guidance and architectural recommendations for cloud modernization, configurations and optimizations
• Leadproof of concept (PoC)initiatives to validate proposed solutions and demonstrate their feasibility. Foster a collaborative environment and ensuring successful project delivery
• Stay abreast of the latest Azure services and technologies. Advocate for innovative Gen-AI cloud solutions that can enhance business performance and provide competitive advantages

Requirements

• At least 5-7 years of experience working with Microsoft Azure, covering solution design, implementation and management in a cloud environment
• At least 2-3 years of experience with AI/Gen-AI technologies, specifically with Azure AI and Azure OpenAI services
• Extensive experience in architecting, deploying and managing solutions using Azure AIandAzure OpenAIservices
• Deep understanding of Azure architecture, services and best practices
• Strong knowledge ofnatural language processing (NLP)and automated text generation
• Expertise in designingserverless architecturesand integrating AI-driven automation solutions
• Hands-on experience withCI/CD pipelinesandAzure DevOps
• Deep understanding of software development lifecyclesand best practices in cloud environments
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification or other relevant Azure certifications
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities; proficient at engaging with clients and stakeholders at all levels
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead projects and collaborate with multiple stakeholders

We offer

• 26 paid holiday days
• Pension plan scheme
• Disability insurance (WGA Shortfall insurance)
• Long-term disability insurance (WIA Top up insurance)
• EPAM Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Commuting to work - costs reimbursement
• Laptop + corporate simcard + corporate mobile device (subject to certain eligibility requirements)
• Bike lease
• Employee Assistance Program
• Corporate Programs including Employee Referral Program with rewards
• Learning and development opportunities including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, and courses