Data Solution Architect

About the Position

Our team is seeking a Data Solution Architect to further strengthen our capabilities. Please be aware that this position allows remote work, but exclusively from within Ukraine.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the business to gather solution requirements and identify essential case studies/scenarios in order to design the data solution
• Contribute to Data and Big Data initiatives at the corporate level
• Architect Data analytics solutions by leveraging the Data technology stack alongside Big Data methodologies
• Perform reviews/audits of solution architecture, while calculating and presenting ROI
• Produce and deliver solution architecture documentation with in-depth technical detail for both customers and implementation teams
• Engage in specific "pre-sale" activities tied to existing expertise and practice to draft technical proposals in response to customer inquiries
• Oversee solution implementation from defining project requirements and objectives through to "go-live"
• Sustain a comprehensive grasp of technical solutions, architecture design trends, and best practices while keeping pace with the latest Data technologies
• Continually expand expertise by reviewing and tracking EPAM's accumulated project experience and active client engagements across diverse business domains to advance EPAM's Data business
• Develop and adhere to a personal learning plan covering the technology stack and solution architecture
• Exchange experience, knowledge, and insights with EPAM, peers, and customer teams; take part in seminars, meetups, mentoring, and training initiatives; author white papers and presentations

Requirements

• Substantial hands-on background as a Data Architect with a design/development foundation in Java, Scala, or Python
• Architectural expertise and practical knowledge covering Data Management, Data Storage, Data Visualization, Disaster Recovery, Integration, Operation, and Security
• Background in constructing conventional Cloud Data Warehouses and Data Lakes
• Extensive experience analyzing, designing, implementing, deploying, troubleshooting, and rebuilding distributed Linux-based platforms and Big Data solutions, both on-premises and in the Cloud
• Significant Cloud experience with at least one major provider (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Proven background in continuous delivery tools and technologies
• Comprehensive exposure to Containers and Resource Management systems such as Docker, Mesos, Kubernetes/OpenShift, and Yarn
• Capable of delivering Data Analytics projects and architectural guidelines
• Skilled in researching, comparing, and selecting suitable tools/technologies/approaches
• Hands-on knowledge of performance tuning, optimization, and bottleneck analysis
• Excellent communication abilities, with proven experience in coordinating teams and overseeing solution implementation
• Proficient in Agile development practices, particularly Scrum
• Strong capabilities in business analysis, network/stack architecture, troubleshooting, and support
• Fluent English (B2 level)

We Offer

With us you can:

• Work on a flexible schedule remotely or from any of our comfortable offices or coworking spaces in Ukraine
• Receive the necessary equipment to perform your work tasks
• Change projects and technology stacks within EPAM
• Gain experience in various business domains (Insurance, E-commerce, Healthcare, Finance, Travelling, Media, Artificial Intelligence, and more)
• Relocation opportunities may be available for eligible candidates, depending on the role and openings at other EPAM locations
• Participate in volunteer, charity programs and communities (both technical and interest-based)

We focus on your professional growth:

• You can plan your individual career path together with your manager
• Receive regular feedback from colleagues
• Improve your English for free with certified teachers (Speaking Clubs, client interview preparation courses, etc.)
• Get the opportunity to undergo free training and certification in AWS, GCP, or Azure Clouds
• Use the internal E-learn training program (18,200+ specialized training and mentoring programs)
• Access corporate accounts on LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract and other partner resources
• Study at EPAM Solution Architecture School with the instructors who are practicing architects
• Develop as a leader, join Delivery Management, Resource Management, Leadership Essentials school and more
• Participate in internal communities (500+ meetups, technical discussions, brainstorming sessions, online events and conferences annually)

What we offer:

• Vacation and sick leave (including a sick leave without a medical certificate)
• A wide range of Voluntary Medical Insurance programs providing both medical treatment and various preventive options (including sports activities)
• Medical insurance for family members at corporate rates
• Company support during significant life events (childbirth or adoption, marriage, etc.)
• Support for psychological comfort: discounts on services from mental health specialists or coaches, thematic training
• E-kids program - a free programming language training program for EPAMers' children