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._

We are seeking an experienced Cloud Native Architect specializing in Azure to join our team and drive the design, implementation, and evolution of cutting-edge cloud-native solutions. As a key technical leader, you will architect scalable, reliable, and cost-efficient systems while ensuring alignment with business objectives and best practices.

Responsibilities

- Define and lead the cloud architecture strategy, roadmap, and technical direction for Azure-native solutions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical architecture designs, ensuring alignment with security, compliance, and governance policies
- Evaluate and recommend cloud-native technologies, tools, and frameworks to optimize performance, cost-efficiency, and scalability on Azure
- Conduct architectural reviews, code reviews, and performance assessments to ensure adherence to architecture guidelines, scalability, and reliability of solutions
- Define and implement CI/CD pipelines, automation scripts, and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) solutions using Azure DevOps, ARM templates, Terraform, or similar tools
- Lead and mentor development teams on Azure cloud-native architecture best practices, design patterns, and coding standards
- Stay updated with the latest Azure services, features, and industry trends to recommend and implement innovative solutions that drive business value

Requirements :

- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering,



or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
- Proven experience as a cloud architect, solution architect, or similar role, with a focus on Azure cloud-native solutions
- In-depth knowledge of Azure services and capabilities, including Azure Functions, Azure App Service, AKS, Azure SQL Database, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure Storage, Azure Key Vault, etc.
- Hands-on experience with cloud-native architecture patterns, such as microservices, serverless computing, containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), event-driven architecture, and API management
- Strong proficiency in programming languages such as C#.NET, Java, Python, or JavaScript/TypeScript
- Experience with cloud security best practices, identity management, data encryption, and compliance standards in Azure
- Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and configuration management tools (Azure DevOps, ARM templates, Terraform, etc.)
- Knowledge of security best practices, identity management, and data encryption in Azure
- Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or in a team environment
- Robust collaboration, leadership, and communication skills to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Nice to have

- Azure certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or related certifications

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.)

📌 Cloud Native Architect - Azure (Hyderabad)
🏢 EPAM Systems
📍 Hyderabad