Solution Architect – Financial Sector

We are seeking a skilled and experienced professional to work as a Solution Architect in a cutting-edge technical environment involving modern frameworks, cloud technologies, microservices, and advanced infrastructure.As part of our team, you will collaborate on designing, developing, and managing robust systems that drive innovation and scalability in a highly regulated, distributed environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Agile delivery and hands-on experience managing API lifecycles in production environments (e.g., Apigee). Preference will be given to those with a solid understanding of security constraints in distributed application development, particularly within financial services. ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with other software solution providers and the client (a major bank) as part of the API Specification and Governance CouncilEnsure APIs are versioned, governed, and managed effectively within the financial services industryGuide decisions around open-source tool selectionCommunicate effectively with technical and business stakeholders in fluent English RequirementsProficiency in Java development, along with hands-on experience with the Spring Framework and Spring CloudExperience implementing and managing APIs using tools such as Apigee, KrakenD, or TraefikThorough knowledge of microservices architecture and experience in Node Gateway APIs & servicesStrong understanding of Aerospike DB or equivalent for off-chain, high-performance storage solutionsExpertise in event-driven architectures using Kafka or NATS, or experience with service mesh solutions like Istio or MaeshHands-on experience with Keycloak (RedHat) or equivalent IAM platformsProficiency in managing sensitive keys and secrets using HashiCorp Vault or similar toolsSolid knowledge of monitoring and logging stacks, particularly the ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana)Experience in configuration management using Spring Cloud with Git for version control and dynamic configuration updatesGreat communication skills and English proficiency We offerWe gather like-minded people:Engineering community of industry professionalsFriendly team and enjoyable working environmentFlexible schedule and opportunity to work remotely within PolandChance to work abroad for up to 60 days annuallyBusiness-driven relocation opportunitiesWe provide growth opportunities:Outstanding career roadmapLeadership development, career advising, soft skills, and well-being programsCertification (GCP, Azure, AWS)Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract, Cloud GuruEnglish classesWe cover it all:Stable income (Employment Contract or B2B)Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase PlanBenefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers)Strategically located offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, fantastic coffee, and moreReferral bonusesCorporate, social and well-being eventsPlease, note:The set of bonuses might vary based on the role you apply for – specifics will be discussed with our recruiter during the general interview.We will reach out to selected candidates exclusively. 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.