AWS Solutions Architect London, UK

Responsibilities

• Work closely with business in identifying solution requirements and key case-studies/scenarios for the future solution
• Enable AWS cloud journey, analyse TCO and create a business case, make the Cloud dream become reality
• Design and prototype AWS cloud infrastructure, create infrastructure and security architecture documents covering deep technical aspects of the implementation
• Analyse existing application and IT services portfolios, develop assets’ migration, transformation and automation roadmap
• Conduct cloud infrastructure architecture review/audit and create review/audit report
• Lead implementation of the solution from establishing project requirements and goals to solution "go-live"
• Oversee the cloud system engineering efforts and provide technical help as needed
• Day-to-day lead the client through the technical and organisational 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 AWS solutions
• Serve as a AWS 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 AWS solutions
• Ability to code in any one programming language Python/Groovy/GoLang/Java is a must
• Experience architecting or deploying Cloud/Virtualization solutions in enterprise customer environments is a must
• Can create proof of concepts, demos, and/or scripts from scratch or leveraging reusable components
• Experience architecting, designing, migrating workloads to AWS
• Deep expertise in public and private cloud hybrid architecture, networking and connectivity
• Will have experience and/or deeper understanding in one or more technology areas (e.g., software development, systems engineering, infrastructure, security, networking)
• Deep understanding of cloud design patterns, cloud operations and cloud cost models with hands-on ability to implement best practices or suggest improvements
• Ability to suggest competitive and innovative technical decisions, get client buy-in and deliver on commitments
• Strong communication skills, ability to present technical ideas in business-friendly language
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Relevant AWS certifications are highly desirable

We offer

• We offer a range of benefits including
• A competitive group pension plan, life assurance and income protection
• Private medical insurance, private dental care and critical illness cover
• Cycle scheme Tech scheme and season ticket loan
• Employee assistance program
• Various perks such as Gym discount, Friday lunch, on-site massage and regular social events
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• EPAM Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) (subject to certain eligibility requirements)
• Some of these benefits may be available only after you have passed your probationary period

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