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EPAM Systems

Azure Systems Architect

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We’re looking for an Azure Systems Architect to join our team and lead the design, governance and implementation of scalable, secure and AI-ready cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure. In this role, you will define enterprise-grade architectures, covering infrastructure, networking, security, container platforms, DevOps practices and AI integration. You will collaborate with engineering, security and product teams to establish a robust Azure foundation that enables cloud transformation, operational excellence and the adoption of AI-enabled business capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Define and maintain enterprise Azure platform architecture, including landing zones, subscriptions, networking, identity, governance and workload hosting standards
  • Design reusable cloud patterns for APIs, microservices, containerized workloads and serverless solutions
  • Establish secure, scalable networking architectures, including hub-and-spoke topologies, private connectivity and API gateways
  • Define Infrastructure as Code standards using Terraform and lead environment automation initiatives
  • Drive CI/CD and DevOps standards, including security scanning and automated deployments
  • Ensure observability, compliance and cost optimization practices using Azure-native tools
  • Advise on integrating AI services such as Azure AI, Azure OpenAI and related components into application architectures
  • Provide architectural reviews, enforce governance controls and guide project delivery toward target-state architecture
  • Collaborate with product, engineering and security teams to deliver solutions aligned with enterprise principles

Requirements

  • Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise Azure architectures
  • Strong expertise in Azure networking, identity, security and landing zones
  • Hands-on experience with AKS, container orchestration and microservices
  • Solid understanding of hybrid infrastructure, connectivity and integration patterns
  • Skilled in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform preferred) and CI/CD automation
  • Knowledge of DevOps practices, GitHub/Azure DevOps and automated pipelines
  • Experience implementing observability solutions with Azure Monitor and Application Insights
  • Understanding of cloud security, RBAC, managed identities and compliance frameworks
  • Exposure to AI/Generative AI services on Azure and ability to design AI-enabled solutions
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional environments

Nice to have

  • Azure certifications (e.g., Solutions Architect Expert)
  • Kubernetes certifications or production-level experience
  • Familiarity with AI orchestration frameworks such as Semantic Kernel or LangChain
  • Experience with platform engineering, golden paths and self-service cloud setups
  • Knowledge of FinOps practices and cost optimization strategies

Benefits

We gather like-minded people:

  • Top tech minds driving innovation in AI, cloud and digital platform modernization
  • Supportive team and agile, startup-like culture
  • Hybrid by design mode and opportunity to work remotely within Poland
  • Chance to work abroad for up to 60 days annually
  • Business-driven relocation opportunities

We provide growth opportunities:

  • Career development programs
  • Thought leadership, mentoring, soft skills and well-being programs
  • Certification (Anthropic, Gemini, GCP, Azure, AWS)
  • English classes

We cover it all:

  • Stable pay
  • Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 15% discount
  • Benefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers)
  • Referral bonuses up to $2,000
  • Offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, coffee and more
  • Corporate, social and well-being events

Please, note:

  • Benefits listed above are available to employees only
  • We are open for working with Contractors. Terms of B2B cooperation agreements are agreed individually
  • We will reach out to selected candidates exclusively

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