Data Solutions Architect

We are currently seeking a Solution Architect who specializes in data-driven projects to become a part of our Data Practice team in Ukraine.

Responsibilities

• Architect data analytics solutions by leveraging the big data technology stack
• Develop and present detailed technical solution architecture documents
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to define solution requirements and explore case studies/scenarios for future solutions
• Perform solution architecture reviews/audits, compute and present ROI
• Manage the implementation of solutions from setting project requirements and objectives to the solution “go-live”
• Engage in the entire spectrum of pre-sale activities, including direct communication with customers, RFP processing, crafting implementation proposals, and solution architecture presentations to clients, as well as participation in technical discussions with client representatives
• Construct and adhere to a personal education plan in technology stack and solution architecture
• Develop a robust understanding of industry trends and best practices
• Participate in the acquisition of new clients to expand EPAM’s business in the big data sector

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years' experience required
• Proficiency in hands-on roles as a Big Data Architect with a strong design/development background in Java, Scala, or Python
• Background in delivering data analytics projects and architecture guidelines
• Skills in big data solutions, both on-premises and on cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud
• Production project experience with at least one big data technology is essential
• Batch processing expertise: Hadoop, MapReduce/Spark/Hive
• Understanding of NoSQL databases: Cassandra, HBase, Accumulo, Kudu
• Familiarity with Agile development methodology, particularly Scrum
• Competency in client communication and pre-sales business-consulting to large enterprise environments
• Experience within a consulting firm and pre-sales backgrounds are highly desirable
• Upper-Intermediate level in English, both spoken and written (B2+)