Data Solution Architect

We are looking for Solution Architects for data-driven projects to join our Data Practice team in Ukraine. Together we design and drive lots of solutions that generate value from data, taking advantage of scalable platforms, cutting-edge technologies, and machine learning algorithms. We provide a solid architecture framework, educational programs, and a strong SA community to support our new Architects in a deep dive into the data domain

Responsibilities

• Design data analytics solutions by utilizing the big data technology stack
• Create and present solution architecture documents with deep technical details
• Work closely with business in identifying solution requirements and key case-studies/scenarios for future solutions
• Conduct solution architecture review/audit, calculate and present ROI
• Lead implementation of the solutions from establishing project requirements and goals to solution "go-live"
• Participate in the full cycle of pre-sale activities: direct communications with customers, RFP processing, the development of proposals for implementation and design of the solution, presentation for proposed solution architecture to the customer and participate in technical meetings with customer representatives
• Create and follow personal education plan in the technology stack and solution architecture
• Maintain a strong understanding of industry trends and best practices
• Get involved in engaging new clients to further drive EPAM business in the big data space

• Should have minimum experience of 7+ years
• Strong 'hands-on' experience as a Big Data Architect with a solid design/development background with Java, Scala, or Python
• Experience delivering data analytics projects and architecture guidelines
• Experience in big data solutions on premises and on the cloud (Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud) and other cloud
• Production project experience in at least one of the big data technologies
• Batch processing: Hadoop and MapReduce/Spark/Hive
• NoSQL databases: Cassandra/HBase/Accumulo/Kudu
• Knowledge of Agile development methodology, Scrum in particular
• Experience in direct customer communications and pre-selling business-consulting engagements to clients within large enterprise environments
• Experience working within a consulting business and pre-sales experience would be highly attractive
• Upper-Intermediate level of English, both spoken and written (B2+)

• Competitive compensation depending on experience and skills
• Individual career path
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Sick leave and regular vacation
• English classes with certified English teachers
• Flexible work hours

• EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to positively impacting our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to learn and grow continuously. You will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential. EPAM is committed to providing our global team of 53,150+ EPAMers with inspiring careers. EPAMers lead with passion and honesty and think creatively. Our people are the source of our success, and we value collaboration, try always to understand our customers' business, and strive for the highest standards of excellence