Chief Technologist, Azure - Remote Remote in USA

Responsibilities

• Work closely with businesses in identifying solution requirements and key case studies/ scenarios for future solutions
• Enable Azure cloud journey, analyze TCO, and create a business case, making the Cloud dream become reality
• Design and prototype cloud solutions, create solution architecture document covering deep technical aspects of the implementation
• Create a unified strategy for cloud transformation governance, automation, security, implementation, and operations
• Analyze existing application portfolios, and develop next-gen application architecture, transformation, and modernization roadmap
• Conduct cloud solutions architecture review/audit and create review/audit reports
• Lead implementation of the solution from establishing project requirements and goals to solution "go-live"
• Oversee the development efforts and provide technical help as needed
• Day-to-day lead the client through the technical and organizational challenges of Cloud transformation
• Participate in the full cycle of pre-sale activities, including RFP processing, proposal development, and direct communications with potential clients
• Maintain a strong understanding of industry trends and best practices
• Create thought leadership on cloud solutions and hybrid clouds
• Serve as a cloud evangelist, consult and provide technical guidance on cloud solutions design, build, governance, security, operations, and cost control best practices

Requirements

• Avid technologist, with deep expertise in modern cloud architecture and history of successful implementation of complex Azure solutions
• Large-scale software development or application engineering with recent coding experience in some of the following languages: Java, JavaScript, C/C++, C#, Objective-C, Node.js, .NET, Python, PHP, or Ruby
• Designing and building applications using container and serverless technologies
• Experience architecting highly available systems that utilize load balancing, horizontal scalability, and high availability
• Deep expertise in solution architecture including web services, relational and nonrelational databases, front-end and/or back-end technologies
• Good exposure to Agile software development methodologies and DevOps practices such as Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Continuous Integration (CI), and automated deployment
• Experience working with highly scalable, performant, and mission critical architectures
• Ability to suggest competitive and innovative technical decisions, get client buy-in, and deliver commitments
• Strong communication skills, and ability to present technical ideas in business-friendly language
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Relevant cloud certifications are highly desirable

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Subsidized)
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (Company Provided)
• Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Matched 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off – the employee will be eligible to accrue 15-25 paid days, depending on specific level and tenure with EPAM (accrual eligibility may change over time)
• Paid Holidays - nine (9) total per year
• Legal Plan and Identity Theft Protection
• Accident Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• If otherwise eligible, participation in the discretionary annual bonus program
• If otherwise eligible and hired into a qualifying level, participation in the discretionary Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program

About EPAM

• 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

Additional

• This posting includes a good faith range of the salary EPAM would reasonably expect to pay the selected candidate. The range provided reflects base salary only. Individual compensation offers within the range are based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to: geographic location, experience, credentials, education, training; the demand for the role; and overall business and labor market considerations. Most candidates are hired at a salary within the range disclosed. Salary range: $165k - $270k. In addition, the details highlighted in this job posting above are a general description of all other expected benefits and compensation for the position
• Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis