Senior Solution Architect

We are seeking a Senior Solution Architect with a strong background in Java, Spring Boot, microservices, and cloud technologies to lead our legacy modernization program.

You will play a key role in designing scalable solutions, driving cloud and business transformation initiatives, and collaborating closely with clients and technical teams. This role requires extensive experience with cloud platforms and a deep understanding of software architecture and modernization strategies. Join us to shape the future of our clients' technology landscapes and contribute to innovative modernization projects.

Responsibilities

• Architect and design solutions for legacy modernization efforts aligning with client goals

• Lead architecture discussions and collaborate with business stakeholders and technical teams

• Drive business and cloud transformation initiatives ensuring alignment with technical standards

• Provide guidance and support to junior team members throughout project lifecycles

• Collaborate with clients to assess existing mainframe applications and identify modernization opportunities

• Design modernization strategies including re-platforming, re-factoring, re-architecting, and cloud migration

• Provide technical leadership to development teams ensuring successful project execution

• Utilize reverse engineering tools to analyze legacy codebases and business rules

• Design and oversee integration of modernized systems with existing infrastructure

• Implement quality assurance processes to meet performance, security, and compliance standards

• Architect scalable, high-performing solutions leveraging cloud platforms and microservices

• Create comprehensive documentation including architectural designs and development guidelines

• Build strong client relationships and facilitate communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Stay updated on emerging technologies and apply innovative modernization solutions

Requirements

• Extensive experience in Java development with 13 to 19 years in solution architecture roles

• Proven leadership experience in architecture design and business transformation initiatives

• Demonstrated expertise in cloud transformation and modernization technologies

• Strong knowledge of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices

• Proficiency with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform

• Experience as a solution architect with Microsoft Azure is required

• Experience working with modernization tools and methodologies

• Strong communication and leadership skills to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders

• English proficiency at a professional working level

Nice to have

• Experience with Java frameworks including Spring Boot, Spring Data, Spring Batch, Spring REST, and Spring Cloud

• Familiarity with frontend technologies such as ReactJS and Angular

• Skills in microservices architecture and RESTful API design

• Knowledge of API tooling and design best practices

• Experience with databases like PostgreSQL and NoSQL systems

We offer

• Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies

• Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications

• Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms

• Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons

• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions

• Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects

• Focused individual development

• Benefit package:

  • Health benefits

  • Retirement benefits

  • Paid time off

  • Flexible benefits

• Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)