About the Position

Head of AWS Technology

Director · Hybrid · London, UK

About the Role

We're looking for a Head of AWS Technology to join our team in London in a hybrid working mode. This is a senior leadership role that combines technical depth, architectural authority, and commercial responsibility to shape and grow EPAM’s AWS practice. You will set the vision, lead solution design, and be a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders by ensuring the delivery of high-quality, well-architected solutions.

Acting as a key technical partner with AWS, you will drive adoption of AI and GenAI services, establish engineering excellence, and mentor a team of senior architects. This role requires a hands-on understanding of AWS architectures and the ability to influence technology strategy across multiple clients and sectors.

Responsibilities

Set the technical vision, architecture standards, and engineering practices for the AWS practice
Lead adoption of AI and GenAI capabilities on AWS, including Bedrock, SageMaker, and RAG patterns
Provide hands-on technical oversight on complex engagements and ensure quality delivery
Establish and nurture the AWS partnership through competencies, programs, and joint go-to-market initiatives
Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of AWS architects and engineers
Drive pre-sales and solution design for major AWS opportunities
Create thought leadership, reusable assets, and propositions that differentiate EPAM in the cloud market
Ensure alignment between architectural solutions, security standards, and client business goals

Requirements

Extensive AWS architecture experience with credibility to guide design decisions (10+ years in technology)
Current expertise in AI and GenAI services on AWS and their application to client solutions
Proven leadership in building and managing senior technical teams
Track record of shaping, estimating, and winning cloud engagements in pre-sales environments
Commercial acumen with familiarity of consulting operating models and P&L impact
Experience working with AWS partner programs and competency frameworks
AWS Professional certifications (Solutions Architect Professional or DevOps Engineer Professional), with Specialty certifications desirable
Excellent communication skills for engaging engineers, senior clients, and AWS partner teams

Nice to Have

Experience in consulting or systems integration environments
Multi-cloud exposure (Azure, GCP) and ability to position AWS in hybrid estates
Sector experience in financial services, life sciences, retail, or public sector

We Offer

EPAM Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Protection benefits including life assurance, income protection, and critical illness cover
Private medical insurance and dental care
Employee Assistance Program
Competitive group pension plan
Cyclescheme, Techscheme, and season ticket loans
Various perks such as free Wednesday lunch in-office, on-site massages, and regular social events
Learning and development opportunities including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, and courses
If otherwise eligible, participation in the discretionary annual bonus program
If otherwise eligible and hired into a qualifying level, participation in the discretionary Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program

All benefits and perks are subject to certain eligibility requirements

About the Company

EPAM is a global software engineering and product development company with a focus on delivering digital transformation and innovation to clients across various industries. We are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and excellence.

Head of AWS Technology

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