system architect for Azure cloud solutions

EPAM provides AI transformation engineering and integrated consulting to Forbes Global 2000 companies and startups. It delivers custom software, product, and platform engineering to help clients become AI-Native enterprises and generate value from innovation and digital investments.

• Design end-to-end architecture for cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure
• Define secure, scalable, and maintainable system designs based on business and technical requirements
• Select Azure services, integration approaches, and deployment models
• Ensure architecture meets performance, reliability, security, and cost-efficiency requirements
• Support engineering teams during implementation and resolve complex technical issues
• Contribute to cloud modernization, migration, and system integration initiatives
• Guide infrastructure and deployment approaches using Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD practices
• Contribute to designing AI-enabled Azure solutions, including intelligent automation, document processing, and LLM-based applications where relevant
• Promote architecture best practices and provide technical leadership across teams

• 8–10+ Years of experience in System Architecture or Solution Architecture
• Expertise in Microsoft Azure, including compute, storage, networking, security, and integration services
• Proven experience designing scalable, secure, and reliable cloud-based systems
• Understanding of distributed systems, APIs, integration patterns, and enterprise architecture principles
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code and cloud automation tools such as Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates
• Experience with CI/CD and modern DevOps practices
• Practical experience with AI and GenAI solutions on Azure, including Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Services, and Azure Machine Learning
• Familiarity with intelligent document processing, cognitive services, and LLM-based application architecture
• Knowledge of RAG patterns, vector databases/search, and AI orchestration approaches
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with engineering teams and stakeholders
• English level: B2+
• Будет плюсом: Microsoft certifications such as AZ-305, AZ-104, AI-102, and DP-100, experience with data platforms, analytics, and MLOps, experience in consulting, outsourcing, or enterprise digital transformation projects, participation in technical communities, public speaking, hackathons, or innovation programs

• Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
• Relocation opportunities within offices in 55+ countries
• Corporate and social events
• Leadership development, career advising, soft skills, and well-being programs
• Certifications, including GCP, Azure, and AWS
• Unlimited access to EPAM's internal learning database
• Free English classes with certified teachers
• Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
• Comprehensive medical and family care package
• Four trust days per year for personal needs
• Discounts for fitness clubs
• Benefits package covering hotels, restaurants, stores, and services
• Remote work locations: Armenia, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Georgia