Solution Architect

We are seeking a Solution Architect to become a key member of our architecture team, driving the design and implementation of sophisticated, enterprise-level technology solutions. This role blends advanced technical knowledge, leadership in technology, direct client interaction, and thought leadership. The right candidate is skilled at architecting resilient production systems, understands business operations, leads technical teams, and forges strong client partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Transform business needs and opportunities into effective technology solutions
• Oversee a team of technology specialists and assume responsibility for the success of technology programs
• Act as a primary technical advisor for client executives and delivery teams
• Create and communicate solution architectures for enterprise platforms to client stakeholders
• Apply deep expertise in Generative AI, cloud platforms, API development, integration strategies, data management, CI/CD processes, and microservices
• Analyze technology environments and strategies to ensure they meet industry standards and business goals
• Lead the process of selecting core technologies and solution components
• Establish and maintain technology program roadmaps
• Collaborate with product, business, and engineering teams, taking ownership of the end product
• Develop and share thought leadership within your areas of specialization
• Maintain subject matter expertise in relevant technology domains
• Coach engineers and architects, supporting the evolution of architectural standards and knowledge sharing

Requirements

• At least 8 years of experience in Software Engineering, Systems Design, or Solution Architecture
• 2+ years of experience managing distributed teams of five or more in leadership roles
• Demonstrated ability to architect scalable and robust enterprise systems
• Involvement in at least two complete project lifecycles or participation in several projects spanning different development stages
• Practical experience in software development
• Background in implementing Generative AI solutions
• Excellent communication skills for explaining technical topics to both technical and business audiences
• English language proficiency at an Advanced level (C1)

Nice to have

• Experience in business domains such as Life Sciences, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Fintech, or Travel & Hospitality
• Deep expertise in technology areas like eCommerce, content management, PIM/DAM, Martech & Loyalty, Search, or Agentic AI
• Hands-on experience with major cloud providers including GCP, Azure, or AWS
• Familiarity with composable and headless digital ecosystems
• Experience working with AI tools
• Cloud and architecture certifications
• Experience mentoring architects or engineers and contributing to internal architecture practices
• Advanced technical education or ongoing research experience
• Public speaking, whitepaper writing, or article publication related to technology

Benefits

• Diverse multicultural, multi-functional, and multilingual work environment
• Global scope, international projects in different business domains: life sciences and healthcare, retail, and distribution, software and hi-tech, etc.
• Outstanding career development opportunities with a transparent career path and a roadmap to accelerate your journey
• Great learning and development opportunities, including in-house professional training, career advisory and coaching, sponsored professional certifications
• Knowledge-sharing with colleagues from EPAM's global tech communities
• 25 days holiday per annum
• 5 days of sick leave without medical certification
• Private health insurance for employees and discount for private health insurance for family members
• Discount for Fit Pass program
• Comfortable modern offices in Belgrade and Novi Sad or remote work from any location in Serbia
• Regular corporate, social and wellbeing events (parties, sport events, advanced CSR programs etc.)

We believe that the greatest strength of the company is its people. EPAM is fully committed to help its employees to reach their full potential and achieve their professional goals through continues learning. With this in mind, we would like to introduce to you few of the many opportunities and services which we believe will help you expand your current knowledge:
• Career development opportunities with a transparent career path
• Wide range of professional trainings, workshops, and mentoring programs plus unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning
• Learning resources and financial support for completing certification programs
• Christmas and Vacation bonus
• Corporate Health Insurance (basic and supplementary)
• Free yearly medical check-ups
• 25 days of vacation

• We connect like-minded people
  • Experience exchange with colleagues from 55+ locations
  • Corporate and social events
  • Enjoyable working environment
• We invest in your growth
  • Personal career development, soft skills and well-being programs
  • Unlimited access to Internal Learning Platform
  • Free English classes with certified teachers
• We cover it all
  • Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Comprehensive medical package (can be extended to family members)
  • Four trust days per year for personal needs
  • Benefits package (hotels, restaurants, stores and services)