Principal System Architect (Microsoft and Azure Solutions)

We are seeking a highly experienced Principal System Architect to lead the design, presales, and delivery of enterprise-scale Microsoft and Azure solutions. In this strategic role, you will bridge the gap between business objectives and technical execution. You will partner with enterprise clients to drive digital transformation, lead technical pre-sales efforts, and guide high-performing engineering teams to deliver world-class Microsoft ecosystem solutions.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Sales and Delivery teams to lead technical pre-sales. Scope complex engagements, author proposals/SOWs, and design accurate effort and teaming models
• Architect robust, large-scale Microsoft and Azure solutions spanning infrastructure, application modernization, and data/AI workloads
• Act as the trusted advisor for enterprise clients, translating complex technical concepts into business value for C-level executives and stakeholders
• Serve as the lead technical authority on major deployments, ensuring architectural integrity, mitigating risks, and providing escalation support

Requirements

• Deep expertise in Azure and the broader Microsoft platform across application modernization, data and analytics, and AI/ML workloads
• Leading complex, multi-workload Microsoft implementations at enterprise scale
• Demonstrated experience in client-facing, consulting roles and comfort leading architecture discussions with senior technical and executive stakeholders
• Experience supporting or leading presales activity including scoping engagements, writing proposals, and contributing to deal closure
• Strong solution architecture fundamentals across application stacks (REST, containers, serverless, front-end/back-end) and data/AI stacks (relational, non-relational, GenAI, ML)
• Familiarity with Agile delivery practices and DevOps tooling (IaC, CI/CD, automated deployment)
• Excellent communication skills — able to translate complex technical concepts into business language
• Azure certifications are expected

We offer

• CONTINUOUS UPSKILLING, LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT

• Diversity of tasks and projects

• Assessment center for objective review of competency level

• Personal development plan

• Mentoring programs and leadership development

• Certification and professional development support

• Access to learning platforms including more than 2,500 internal courses

• English courses taught by certified teachers

• CORPORATE BENEFITS

• Extra leave days

• Referral bonuses

• COMPENSATION PACKAGE

• Competitive compensation paid in USD

• Regular salary and performance reviews

• MEDICAL & HEALTHCARE

• Private health insurance

• Well-being events

• WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Recreation areas and kitchens

• Tea, coffee and snacks

• Sports equipment and game consoles

• IT Equipment

• Microsoft’s Software Assurance Home Use Program (HUP)

Please note that our Talent Attraction Team reviews applications and CVs submitted in English.

EPAM is global leader in AI transformation engineering and integrated consulting, serving Forbes Global 2000 companies and ambitious startups. With over thirty years of expertise in custom software, product and platform engineering, we empower our clients to become AI-Native enterprises, driving measurable value from innovation and digital investments.