Director / Lead Architect - Java

As a Lead Solution Architect at EPAM, you will play a dual role as a technology leader and client partner. You will lead solution strategy, oversee architecture governance, and manage large-scale managed services engagements. You will directly interact with CXO-level stakeholders to define transformation roadmaps while guiding and mentoring teams of architects and engineers to deliver excellence. Responsibilities: - Define and own the solution strategy for large-scale digital transformation and managed services programs - Drive multi-year technology roadmaps, modern platform architectures, and operating models - Ensure solutions are scalable, resilient, cost-efficient, and aligned with business objectives - Architect and oversee large-scale managed services engagements, including application management, cloud operations, and platform engineering - Define SLAs, governance models, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement frameworks - Ensure operational excellence through automation, AI / GenAI, and DevOps-driven practices - Stay hands-on with architecture, proof-of-concepts, and technology exploration - Lead technical due diligence, solution assessments, and modernization strategies - Advocate for innovation, including cloud-native, microservices, event-driven architectures, and AI / GenAI-enabled solutions - Act as a trusted advisor to CIOs, CTOs, and other CXO-level executives - Bridge business strategy with technology execution, presenting clear roadmaps and business cases - Lead pre-sales, RFP / RFI responses, and executive-level presentations to secure new business opportunities - Lead a community of solution architects, principal engineers, and delivery leads across multiple geographies - Foster a culture of technical excellence, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning - Mentor senior architects on architecture best practices, client engagement, and managed services solutioning Qualifications Required: - 22-30 years of overall experience - 15+ years of experience in software engineering, enterprise architecture, and solution design - Proven track record in leading large-scale managed services programs (multi-year, multi-million-dollar engagements) - Deep knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), enterprise integration, and platform modernization - Hands-on experience with at least one programming language (Java, .NET, JavaScript / TypeScript, or Python) - Strong expertise in service delivery models, SLAs / KPIs, and governance frameworks - Experience with AI / GenAI integration in managed services (automation, predictive analytics, conversational AI, knowledge management) - Demonstrated ability to interact with and influence CXO-level executives - Proven experience in IT consulting or global delivery organizations - Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills Additional Details of the Company: EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. Committed to having a positive impact on customers, employees, and communities, EPAM embraces a dynamic and inclusive culture. Collaboration with multi-national teams, contribution to innovative projects, continuous learning and growth opportunities define the work environment at EPAM. This diverse community encourages individuals to explore their fullest potential. Skills Required: - .NET - Knowledge Management - TypeScript - JavaScript - Automation - Python - AWS - Java - Predictive Analytics - AI - Enterprise Integration - GCP - MLOps - Azure As a Lead Solution Architect at EPAM, you will play a dual role as a technology leader and client partner. You will lead solution strategy, oversee architecture governance, and manage large-scale managed services engagements. You will directly interact with CXO-level stakeholders to define transformation roadmaps while guiding and mentoring teams of architects and engineers to deliver excellence. Responsibilities: - Define and own the solution strategy for large-scale digital transformation and managed services programs - Drive multi-year technology roadmaps, modern platform architectures, and operating models - Ensure solutions are scalable, resilient, cost-efficient, and aligned with business objectives - Architect and oversee large-scale managed services engagements, including application management, cloud operations, and platform engineering - Define SLAs, governance models, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement frameworks - Ensure operational excellence through automation, AI / GenAI, and DevOps-driven practices - Stay hands-on with architecture, proof-of-concepts, and technology exploration - Lead technical due diligence, solution assessments, and modernization strategies - Advocate for innovation, including cloud-native, microservices, event-driven architectures, and AI / GenAI-enabled solutions - Act as a trusted advisor to CIOs, CTOs, and other CXO-level executives - Bridge business strategy with technology execution, pr