About the Job
EPAM is looking for a technically hands-on Solution Architect in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to help drive both new and existing client projects in the region. This role involves front and back platform implementation, migration from existing legacy services, and integration with internal and external products and services. The successful candidate will collaborate with EPAM’s local Middle East and European Tech Leaders, Global Architects/Engineers, Delivery Teams, and client accounts to support them in navigating a rapidly developing technology landscape.
Our Solution Architects are expected to engage in discussions that identify technology needs, recommend appropriate technology choices, and deliver cutting-edge solutions.
Responsibilities
- Drive critical client projects of varying maturity from establishing project requirements and goals to designing high-level solutions up to and including the solution "go-live" across different industry sectors.
- Design and implement a highly scalable, fault-tolerant microservices architecture using Java.
- Incorporate various design patterns, such as domain-driven design (DDD), to ensure modularity, separation of concerns, and maintainability.
- Design robust Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems, seamlessly integrating with government identity providers using protocols like OpenID Connect, SAML, and OAuth for secure authentication and authorization.
- Facilitate effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements.
- Design for horizontal scalability and optimize microservices for high performance under varying loads while ensuring minimal downtime and operational efficiency.
Requirements
- Fluent English and Arabic speaker at a business level is essential.
- A Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science or a similar field, or relevant work experience.
- Proven experience in a hands-on Solution Architect/Technology Consultant role with a strong foundation in Software Engineering (Java).
- Experience with microservices-based architecture, designing enterprise services, or integration capabilities using REST APIs and event-driven technologies while leveraging native cloud services.
- Ability to act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to align technology with business value, guiding clients through the right technology choices suitable for their short and long-term goals.
- A passion for providing exceptional client care and service.
- Comfortably work with senior colleagues and clients.
What We Offer
- General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI)
- Private healthcare and life insurance
- End of service gratuity
- Annual air travel tickets for expatriates
- Corporate Programs including Employee Referral Program with rewards
- Learning and development opportunities with access to various professional certifications and courses.
All benefits and perks are subject to certain eligibility requirements.
