Senior Commerce Solution Architect

EPAM Systems, Inc.; Polska; Hybrid; PLN 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Multisport

Shopping vouchers

Job summary

EPAM Systems, Inc. is seeking a Senior Commerce Solution Architect to own end-to-end architecture for large-scale commerce and digital experience initiatives across leading platforms.

You will define target-state architectures, roadmaps, and transformation strategies, including composable modernization and AI-enabled capabilities. You will lead complex integration across OMS, ERP, CRM, PIM, and loyalty systems, mentor architects, and drive technical pre-sales with C-level stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in software architecture, integration, or solution design across large commerce programs.
• At least 3 years in a Solution Architect role on complex commerce/digital experience programs.
• Strong cloud experience (AWS/Azure/GCP) and security/compliance awareness (GDPR/PCI).

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end architecture for large-scale commerce and digital experience programs across multiple platforms.
• Define target architectures, roadmaps, and transformation strategies, including monolith-to-composable modernization.
• Lead architectural decisions for GenAI-enabled commerce and RAG architectures.
• Drive pre-sales activities, estimation, and executive presentations with clients.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

Solution architecture

Commerce platforms

Pre-sales

Cloud architecture

Security & compliance

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS or related

Tools

SAP Commerce Cloud

Adobe Commerce/AEM

commercetools

Shopify

BigCommerce

Job description

EPAM Digital Engagement Practice (DEP) Poland is a strategic hub for commerce and experience transformation, bringing together more than 400 specialists across Commerce, Digital Experience, Content, Marketing, Loyalty, and AI-enabled delivery.As a Senior Commerce Solution Architect, you will own end-to-end architecture across complex, multi-system digital commerce ecosystems. You will lead technology consulting and pre-sales engagements, partner with executive stakeholders, and help global organizations navigate the shift toward composable, AI-enabled commerce platforms.This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of digital commerce by working with global enterprise clients on large-scale transformation initiatives. You will help define technology strategy, shape innovative AI-enabled solutions, mentor architects, and contribute to one of EPAM's strongest commerce and architecture communities. As part of DEP Poland, you will play a key role in strengthening EPAM's premier nearshore center for commerce transformation while advancing your expertise across architecture leadership, consulting, emerging AI technologies, and practice development.ResponsibilitiesOwn end-to-end architecture for large-scale commerce and digital experience programs spanning multiple platforms, including SAP Commerce, Adobe, Salesforce Commerce Cloud, commercetools, Shopify Plus, and BigCommerce, across both composable and suite-based ecosystemsDefine target-state architectures, technology roadmaps, and transformation strategies, including monolith-to-composable modernization, cloud migration, and platform reengineering initiativesArchitect complex integration landscapes connecting commerce platforms with OMS, CDP, ERP, CRM, PIM, loyalty, and marketing ecosystemsEstablish architecture governance, design review processes, and reusable reference architectures across the practiceEnsure alignment with enterprise architecture principles, security and compliance requirements, and composable-core strategiesAct as the primary escalation point for complex cross-functional technical and architectural challengesDefine AI-driven commerce strategies, including intelligent personalization, GenAI-powered content operations, AI-assisted search and merchandising, and emerging agentic commerce capabilitiesLead architectural decisions around integrating GenAI and LLM technologies into commerce ecosystems, including RAG architectures, vector search, platform-native AI services, and hyperscaler AI offeringsEvaluate emerging AI interoperability standards, such as Agent-to-Agent (A2A) and Model Context Protocol (MCP), and advise clients on their business and technology implicationsServe as a trusted advisor, helping clients develop practical and value-driven AI adoption roadmaps while addressing governance, security, and risk considerationsCollaborate with EPAM's AI community to introduce innovative AI and agentic commerce capabilities into DEP Poland's service portfolioLead technical pre-sales activities, including solution shaping, estimation, RFP/RFI responses, PoC/PoV definition, and executive-level presentationsFacilitate discovery sessions, architecture workshops, and strategic consulting engagements with C-level stakeholdersTranslate business objectives, customer experience goals, and AI transformation ambitions into pragmatic and investment-ready technology roadmapsAssess existing client technology landscapes and build business cases for composable and AI-enabled transformation initiativesIdentify growth opportunities through deep understanding of client technology ecosystems and business prioritiesMentor Solution Architects, Software Architects, and engineering teams across multiple client engagementsContribute to and help lead DEP Poland's Architecture Community and Composable Digital Community by driving reusable assets, accelerators, best practices, and AI-related architectural patternsPlay an active role in DEP Poland's architecture community, helping define standards, shape strategic direction, and support professional growth across all architecture levelsSupport the development and assessment of emerging architects on their path toward Solution Architect certificationRepresent DEP Poland's architecture capabilities in both client-facing engagements and internal strategic initiativesShape the future of commerce transformation by helping clients adopt composable architectures, AI-enabled customer experiences, and emerging agentic commerce capabilitiesCollaborate with a global network of commerce, digital experience, and AI experts while contributing to innovative accelerators, reusable assets, and thought leadership initiativesExtend your influence beyond individual engagements by defining architecture standards, mentoring future architects, and driving strategic initiatives across DEP Poland and the broader EPAM organizationWork on highly visible enterprise transformation programs that combine strategic consulting, architecture leadership, technology innovation, and measurable business impactContinue to grow your expertise across modern commerce platforms, cloud technologies, AI-driven solutions, and enterprise architecture practices while contributing to one of EPAM's most recognized technology communitiesRequirements8+ years of experience in software architecture, systems integration, consulting, or solution design, including at least 3 years in a Solution Architect role on complex commerce or digital experience programsExperience within retail, e-commerce, or consumer packaged goods (CPG) industriesDeep architecture expertise in at least one enterprise commerce or digital experience platform, such as SAP Commerce Cloud, Adobe Commerce and AEM, Salesforce Commerce Cloud, commercetools, Shopify, or BigCommerce, combined with strong knowledge of the composable and MACH ecosystemProven experience designing integrations across commerce, OMS, CDP, ERP (including SAP), CRM, and marketing technology platformsStrong cloud architecture expertise across AWS, Azure, or GCP, including microservices, containers, serverless architectures, and API managementWorking knowledge of agentic AI concepts, AI-assisted workflows, and emerging interoperability standards such as A2A and MCPDemonstrated success leading technical pre-sales engagements, effort estimation, proposal development, and executive stakeholder presentationsStrong understanding of security, privacy, and regulatory compliance requirements, including GDPR, CCPA, and PCI DSSExperience mentoring architects and technical teams in complex delivery environmentsExcellent communication, consulting, stakeholder management, and executive presentation skillsEnglish proficiency at C1 level or aboveNice to haveExperience introducing AI-powered or agent-based capabilities into enterprise commerce solutionsHands-on experience leading migrations from monolithic platforms to composable or MACH-based architecturesInvolvement with the MACH Alliance or similar industry organizationsExperience with Customer Data Platforms (CDPs), personalization platforms, DAM solutions, content operations, or loyalty ecosystemsPrevious experience in a Technology Consulting role or a strong interest in developing within this career pathRelevant cloud, commerce platform, AI, or architecture certificationsTOGAF certification or experience applying enterprise architecture frameworksWe offerWe gather like-minded people:Top tech minds driving innovation in AI, cloud and digital platform modernizationSupportive team and agile, startup-like cultureHybrid by design mode and opportunity to work remotely within PolandChance to work abroad for up to 60 days annuallyBusiness-driven relocation opportunitiesWe provide growth opportunities:Career development programsThought leadership, mentoring, soft skills and well-being programsCertification (Anthropic, Gemini, GCP, Azure, AWS)English classesWe cover it all:Stable payParticipation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 15% discountBenefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers)Referral bonuses up to $2,000Offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, coffee and moreCorporate, social and well-being eventsPlease, note:Benefits listed above are available to employees onlyWe are open for working with Contractors. Terms of B2B cooperation agreements are agreed individuallyWe will reach out to selected candidates exclusivelyEPAM is global leader in AI transformation engineering and integrated consulting, serving Forbes Global 2000 companies and ambitious startups. With over thirty years of expertise in custom software, product and platform engineering, we empower our clients to become AI-Native enterprises, driving measurable value from innovation and digital investments.