We are in search of an Azure Solution Architect II to oversee a critical migration project from an on-premises datacenter to Azure, advancing the utilization of Azure VMware Solution (AVS) and other cutting-edge technologies. The successful candidate will be pivotal in architecting a multi-faceted migration strategy, ensuring robust connectivity, top-tier security measures, and sustained high system performance throughout the migration lifecycle.
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Responsibilities
- Lead and refine the comprehensive migration strategy from on-premises to Azure, advancing the use of AVS and Azure Migrate tools
- Architect and optimize connectivity solutions, such as ExpressRoute, and design integrative solutions across a secondary Azure region and additional data centers
- Create secure, highly scalable, and energy-efficient infrastructure frameworks, incorporating advanced VMware environments, sophisticated load balancers (F5), next-generation firewalls, versatile storage solutions, and expansive SQL databases in Azure
- Drive collaborations with broader cross-functional teams - spanning network, security, database, and operations - to guarantee coherent integration, seamless workload mobility (vMotion), and minimal disruption
- Provide elevated technical leadership, mentoring, and specialized guidance to senior engineering teams, ensuring best practices, compliance, and strict adherence to project deadlines are met
- Analyze complex technical issues meticulously, prescribe transformative solutions, and continuously tailor architectural designs to meet evolving project demands
- Articulate effectively to stakeholders, providing precise updates, advanced technical recommendations, and elaborate risk evaluations to enhance informed decision-making processes
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- 10+ years of comprehensive hands-on experience in solution architecture
- 2+ years of experience as an Architect
- Deep-seated experience in strategizing and executing critical datacenter-to-cloud migrations, emphasizing Azure and AVS use
- Proficient expertise with VMware, ExpressRoute, vMotion, Azure Migrate, with a mastery of networking, security, and infrastructure intricacies
- Well-versed in complex multi-region architectures, focusing on meticulous failover strategies and crafting secondary region architectures
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively direct senior technical teams and interact with a broad spectrum of stakeholders
- Fluency in English (B2+ level)
- Relevant Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert) and VMware certifications
- Learning Culture - We want you to be the best version of yourself, that is why we offer unlimited access to learning platforms, a wide range of internal courses, and all the knowledge you need to grow professionally
- Health Coverage - Health and wellness are important, that is why we have you and up to four family members in a premiere health plan. We have a couple of options, so you can choose what is best for you and your family
- Visual Benefit - Seeing your work for us would be a sight for sore eyes. We want your vision to always be at 100% which is why we offer up to $200.000 COP for any visual health expenses
- Life Insurance Plan - We have partnered with MetLife to offer a full-coverage Ife insurance plan. So, your family is covered, even if you are gone
- Medical Leave Coverage - We are one of the few companies that cover 100% of your medical leave, for up to 90 days. Your health is the most important thing to us
- Professional Growth Opportunities - We have designed a highly competitive and complete development process, where you will have all the tools to get where you have always wanted to be, personally and professionally
- Stock Option Purchase Plan - As an EPAMer you can be more than just an employee, you will also have the opportunity to purchase stock at a reduced price and become a part owner of our organization
- Additional Income - Besides your regular salary, you will also have the chance to earn extra income by referring talent, being a technical interviewer, and many more ways
- Community Benefit - You will be part of a worldwide community of over 50,000 employees, where you can learn, challenge yourself, stand out, and share your knowledge and experience with multicultural teams!
EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on 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 continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.