Systems Architect

We are searching for a Systems Architect to become part of our team.

In this position, you will define the technical backbone of intricate, cross-cloud programs and steer engineering teams toward consistent, scalable results. You will partner with stakeholders across various disciplines to bring the architectural vision in line with business objectives and evolving technology trends.

Responsibilities

Assume full accountability for end-to-end solution architecture spanning both engineering tracks

Craft enterprise-grade AWS and Azure network connectivity to enable cross-cloud operations

Establish the security architecture together with identity integration approaches for the overall solution

Direct technical coordination with Network, Security, and Platform teams to keep initiatives on track

Set architecture standards for Terraform and Terragrunt to shape infrastructure-as-code practices

Evaluate solution designs and mentor engineering teams to elevate overall design quality

Promote AI-assisted engineering best practices across development activities

Create architecture documentation and maintain technical decision records to support transparency and traceability

Requirements

No less than 8 years of applied professional work experience

At least 3 years in Lead, Manager, Owner, Architect, or Coordinator positions

Minimum of 2 years leading a team of at least 20 employees

Involvement in a minimum of 5 full-cycle projects, or contributions across several projects spanning different phases of the development lifecycle

Solid background in enterprise AWS Networking, including Cloud WAN, Transit Gateway, Network Firewall, and Direct Connect

Hands-on experience with Azure Networking, covering Hub-Spoke, Azure Firewall, Private Endpoint, and Private DNS

Practical familiarity with Microsoft Entra ID and Active Directory for enterprise identity management

Applied use of HashiCorp Boundary for secure infrastructure access

Confident command of Terraform and Terragrunt for infrastructure-as-code delivery

Strong foundation in Enterprise Identity and Access Management practices

Working understanding of Linux operating systems and Docker for containerised workloads

Background in architecture governance and design documentation practices

Robust technical leadership and architecture ownership abilities

Capability to manage stakeholders and foster effective cross-team collaboration

Sound decision-making and problem-solving skills

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

Daily use of Claude Code and/or GitHub Copilot for AI-assisted development

Track record of introducing AI-assisted engineering practices within teams

Grasp of LLM fundamentals and prompt engineering techniques

Applied experience integrating AI into engineering workflows

Professional English proficiency at B2 level or higher, with the ability to clearly and effectively convey technical concepts to varied audiences

Nice to have

Awareness of GitHub Enterprise and the GitHub Actions Runner platform for CI/CD operations

Background implementing Enterprise PAM or Zero Trust platforms for privileged access and secure architecture

Familiarity with MCP servers and AI automation tooling for advanced AI-enabled workflows

We offer

International projects with top brands

Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers

Healthcare benefits

Employee financial programs

Paid time off and sick leave

Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses

Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses

Global career opportunities

Volunteer and community involvement opportunities

EPAM Employee Groups

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