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.
The remote option applies only to the Candidates who will be working from any location in Ukraine.

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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+)

• Work on a flexible schedule remotely or from any of our comfortable offices or coworking spaces in Ukraine
• Receive the necessary equipment to perform your work tasks
• Change projects and technology stacks within EPAM
• Gain experience in various business domains (Insurance, E-commerce, Healthcare, Finance, Travelling, Media, Artificial Intelligence, and more)
• Consider relocation options in over 30 countries worldwide
• Participate in volunteer, charity programs and communities (both technical and interest-based)
• You can plan your individual career path together with your manager
• Receive regular feedback from colleagues
• Improve your English for free with certified teachers (Speaking Clubs, client interview preparation courses, etc.)
• Get the opportunity to undergo free training and certification in AWS, GCP, or Azure Clouds
• Use the internal E-learn training program (18,200+ specialized training and mentoring programs)
• Access corporate accounts on LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract and other partner resources
• Study at EPAM Solution Architecture School with the instructors who are practicing architects
• Develop as a leader, join Delivery Management, Resource Management, Leadership Essentials school and more
• Participate in internal communities (500+ meetups, technical discussions, brainstorming sessions, online events and conferences annually)
• Vacation and sick leave (including a sick leave without a medical certificate)
• A wide range of Voluntary Medical Insurance programs providing both medical treatment and various preventive options (including sports activities)
• Medical insurance for family members at corporate rates
• Company support during significant life events (childbirth or adoption, marriage, etc.)
• Support for psychological comfort: discounts on services from mental health specialists or coaches, thematic training
• E-kids program - a free programming language training program for EPAMers' children