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 chance 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.

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Data Solution Architect to lead the design and implementation of innovative, scalable and secure data solutions, providing strategic direction and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive advanced data initiatives.

Responsibilities

- Define, develop and implement architecture for cloud-based big data analytics solutions
- Provide technical leadership across multiple teams, fostering collaboration and alignment on architectural decisions
- Design and oversee systems for data ingestion, processing, security, governance and quality management
- Evaluate, recommend and apply best practices in data management domains such as integration, modeling, governance and BI solutions
- Ensure optimal performance, scalability and cost-effectiveness for data systems
- Review and validate production architecture designs and solutions to ensure alignment with business requirements
- Drive adoption of cutting-edge technologies including AI/ML and Generative AI tech stacks
- Lead initiatives in data management domains such as master data management, MLOps and data security
- Build and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices in collaboration with development teams




- Stay informed about emerging data architecture trends and ensure continuous improvement of solutions

Requirements

- 15 to 20 years of experience in software engineering with deep expertise in data solutions
- At least 2 production-grade architecture designs or solution reviews in the past 2-3 years
- Knowledge of architecture patterns such as DWH, Data Lake, Lambda, Kappa, Virtualization and Data Mesh
- Background in centralized, distributed, decentralized and federated data systems
- Experience with at least one cloud platform: Azure, AWS, GCP or Snowflake
- Practical expertise with Big Data stack including Spark, Spark Streaming, Hadoop and Hive
- Capability to work with NoSQL technologies like HBase or Cassandra and orchestration tools such as Oozie, Falcon or Airflow
- Strong understanding of at least 2 data management domains: Data Integration, MLOps, Generative AI, Data Governance or Data Modeling
- Hands-on skills in programming with Python, R, Scala, Java or .NET for PoCs or prototypes
- Proficiency in DevOps and CI/CD tools such as GitLab, GitHub, Azure DevOps and containerization with Docker or Podman
- Expertise in BI and data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau

We offer

- Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies
- Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications
- Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms
- Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons
- Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
- Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects
- Focused individual development
- Benefit package:
- Health benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Paid time off
- Flexible benefits

- Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)

📌 Senior Data Solution Architect (Chennai)
🏢 EPAM Systems
📍 Chennai