Senior Solution Architect Full Time

Description

Since 1993,?EPAM Systems, Inc.?(NYSE: EPAM) has leveraged its advanced software engineering heritage to become the foremost global digital transformation services provider – leading the industry in digital and physical product development and digital platform engineering services. Through its innovative strategy; integrated advisory, consulting, and design capabilities; and unique ‘Engineering DNA,’ EPAM’s globally deployed hybrid teams help make the future real for clients and communities around the world by powering better enterprise, education and health platforms that connect people, optimize experiences, and improve people’s lives. In 2021, EPAM was added to the S&P 500 and included among the list of Forbes Global 2000 companies.??

Selected by Newsweek as a 2021 and 2022 Most Loved Workplace, EPAM’s global multi-disciplinary teams serve customers in more than 50 countries across six continents. As a recognized leader, EPAM is listed among the top 15 companies in Information Technology Services on the Fortune 1000 and ranked four times as the top IT services company on Fortune’s 100 Fastest Growing Companies list. EPAM is also listed among Ad Age’s top 25 World’s Largest Agency Companies for three consecutive years, and Consulting Magazine named EPAM Continuum a top 20 Fastest Growing Firm.

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Description?

Are you an avid technologist who enjoys solving complex architectural and technical consulting challenges whilst driving digital solutions?

Are you hungry to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment as part of a rapidly expanding and very successful global engineering company?

If so, in Q2, EPAM is looking for technically hands-on Senior Solution Architects to be part of this continued acceleration to strengthen our Solution Architecture & Technology Consulting unit that sits within our Global Delivery Organisation in Dubai.

Dubai and the wider UAE continues to be a core part of our business. We currently have around 90 employees in Dubai covering a wide variety of responsibilities and aligned to multiple clients.

These are great opportunities to work with EPAM’s senior strategic Technical Leaders, our Global Architects/Engineers and those from our client accounts supporting them navigate in a rapid developing technology landscape.

The role requires a strong background in architecture, software development, advisory, consulting, customer engagement and stakeholder management resulting in new wins and increased footprints in strategic accounts.

Our Solution Architects must have the ability to engage in opening discussions with stakeholders, identify their needs, recommend the right technology choices and communicate/deliver solutions.

Responsibilities

Act as Senior Solution Architect and Technology Consultant for large UAE clients
Provide guidance through the complexity of solution architecture options and the long-term roadmap for the solutions
Find the right balance between innovation, technical feasibility, long term sustainability
Create and present Proof-of-Concepts whenever required
Create and present Architecture proposals
Provide Pre-Sales and RFP support with Technology Consultancy
Liaise with delivery managers, BAs, and development teams locally and globally
Carry out technical audits and design reviews
Evaluate new technologies, monitor hardware and software trends
Participate in internal and external conferences

Requirements

Proven experience acting as Senior Solution Architect with a strong foundation in Software Engineering. We are flexible on the technology stack but Java is highly desirable
Experience working in a consultative client focused environment acting in an advisory capacity
Experience in any of the following domains: Banking/Financial Services, Oil & Energy, Retail, Insurance, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Automotive, Telecommunication, Travel & Hospitality, Logistics
Previous experience in a customer-facing role
Act as a SME to link technology with business value
Able to guide clients through the right technology choices suitable to their core needs
Experience with implementing Business and Information Systems Architecture
Strong understanding and practical experience with the Cloud eco-system
Hands-on applications development background including a good understanding of Enterprise systems, Digital Technology including Cloud, Mobility, Data Analytics, User Interfaces, Microservices, and Decentralized Systems
Experience of REST APIs and their structure
Experience and understanding of the Agile delivery
Ability to manage and lead teams of experts and share solution architecture methodologies
Able to provide exceptional customer care and service
Leadership skills to work comfortably with senior colleagues, up to and including C-level management globally
Fluent written and spoken English. Arabic is a big advantage

We offer

Competitive compensation depending on experience and skills
Opportunity to work on leading edge platforms, working in a fast-paced, agile, software engineering culture
Knowledge-sharing with colleagues from EPAM’s global tech communities
Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
Regular performance feedback and salary reviews
Opportunities for professional growth