Solution Architect Lisboa

Solution Architect
Lisboa
Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Solution Architect to steer the design, governance, and evolution of complex, distributed, and scalable enterprise systems at an
- wide level.

This senior management role demands deep expertise in Java/Spring Boot, cloud and hybrid architectures, enterprise integration patterns, along with proven leadership skills to influence organizational architecture decisions, drive
- scale transformation initiatives, and contribute strategically to business goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership in designing and implementing
  - wide solutions that span
  - premises,
  - premises,
  - native, and hybrid environments
• Define and drive the evolution of distributed systems with a strong emphasis on low latency, high throughput, resilience, scalability, maintainability, and operational excellence
• Shape and advance the organization’s adoption of modern enterprise architecture patterns, such as microservices,
  - driven architecture, and
  - driven design (DDD)
• Establish and institutionalize robust frameworks and governance structures to ensure security, compliance, and data privacy across all system designs, aligned with standards like SOC2, HIPAA, and GDPR
• Lead the development and scaling of an Architecture and Technology Center of Excellence (Co
  E) to define, promote, and refine architectural best practices, playbooks, and toolkits
• Define
  - wide architecture principles and ensure their consistent application by partnering closely with Principal Architects, technical leaders, and senior business stakeholders
• Craft and implement
  - term technology roadmaps, transformation strategies, and platform modernization plans in alignment with the organization’s broader business goals and growth objectives
• Act as a primary advisor to C-level and senior business leaders, translating
  - level strategic objectives into actionable enterprise technology strategies
• Oversee complex architectural reviews, systemic risk assessments, and performance analyses to proactively identify and mitigate technical and business risks
• Inspire and mentor architects, senior engineers, and technical leaders by fostering a culture of continuous learning,
  - on leadership, and technical excellence
• Champion collaboration across departments, working in partnership with product, engineering, operations, legal, and security teams to deliver innovative and sustainable
  - level solutions
• Lead vendor assessment and selection processes to ensure alignment with strategic architecture goals while negotiating favorable terms and partnerships for the organization
• Represent architecture leadership in external forums and industry discussions to build the organization’s reputation as a leader in enterprise solution strategy and design

Requirements

• 12+ years of progressive experience in software engineering and enterprise solution architecture, with a proven track record of delivering architecturally complex
  - scale systems at a senior management level
• Demonstrated leadership in driving 5+
  - scale transformation projects within the last 2-3 years, including cloud migration or enterprise modernization initiatives
• Expert-level knowledge of Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture, with extensive
  - on experience in designing and implementing these systems at scale
• Comprehensive expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), hybrid cloud/on-prem integration, modern
  - native technologies, and containerization (e. g. , Docker, Kubernetes)
• Extensive knowledge of networking, database systems (SQL/No
  SQL), API management, and system observability practices, with a strong ability to build resilient architectures
• Proven experience in developing secure and
  - compliant architectures that meet complex global standards such as SOC2, GDPR, and HIPAA
• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence, communicate, and achieve alignment with C-level executives, technical teams, and business stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to balance strategic vision with tactical execution across diverse and
  - functional teams
• English level of C1 or higher for compelling and confident communication, both written and verbal, across technical and
  - level forums

Nice to have

• Certifications: TOGAF, AWS/GCP/Azure Architect, CISSP, or similar
• Experience with Dev
  Ops, CI/CD, Kubernetes, and infrastructure as code (Ia
  C)
• Familiarity with AI/ML integration, data platforms, and
  - time analytics

We offer

• International projects with top brands
• Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
• Employee financial programs
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
• Unlimited access to the Linked
  In Learning library and 22, 000+ courses
• Global career opportunities
• Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
• EPAM Employee Groups
• Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and Linked
  In

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology, Engineering, and Business Development

Industries

• Software Development, IT Services and IT Consulting, and Banking