Senior/Principal Solution Architect - E-commerce

As a Lead Solution Architect in e-commerce, you will define strategic technology direction, design robust end-to-end solutions, and provide expert guidance across all project phases. This role requires a blend of enterprise vision, hands-on technical skills, and strong leadership. If you excel at bridging business needs with technical execution and thrive in dynamic environments, this is an opportunity to drive real impact in e-commerce architecture.

Responsibilities

* Define and evolve enterprise capabilities and capability models for e-commerce domains

* Create capability-to-technology mapping and provide strategic technology roadmaps

* Provide technology consultancy across all areas of the e-commerce domain

* Guide make-vs-buy decisions and vendor selection strategies

* Design end-to-end e-commerce solution landscapes including system integration, data flows, and component interactions

* Create comprehensive architecture documentation (C4 models, component diagrams, data flow diagrams, integration patterns)

* Design individual service/component architectures from scratch (e.g., basket, search, checkout, PIM, OMS)

* Define non-functional requirements, scalability, and resilience patterns

* Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture principles and technical standards

* Act as trusted technical advisor to clients at all organizational levels (C-suite, IT Directors, domain architects)

* Conduct architecture reviews and provide constructive feedback

* Drive best practices adoption across projects and teams

* Deep dive into services, codebases, and technical implementations when needed

* Validate architectural decisions through proof-of-concepts

* Troubleshoot complex technical challenges across the stack

* Bridge the gap between architecture and implementation teams

* Transform architectural vision into actionable, realistic delivery plans

* Produce detailed design documentation and implementation guidelines

* Proactively identify and escalate risks, proposing mitigation strategies

* Ensure architectural governance throughout delivery lifecycle

Requirements

* 10+ years in technology, with 5+ years in architecture roles

* Deep e-commerce domain knowledge across multiple projects/clients (platforms, vendors, patterns, best practices)

* Strong understanding of modern e-commerce platforms and technologies (headless, composable commerce, MACH principles)

* Knowledge of Microservices, API-first architectures, and event-driven patterns

* Familiarity with Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) and cloud-native patterns

* Skills in Data architecture, integration patterns (sync/async, CDC, ETL)

* Background in frontend technologies, mobile commerce, omnichannel strategies

* Enterprise Architecture frameworks knowledge (TOGAF, Zachman, or similar)

* Hands-on technical background with the ability to review code and infrastructure

* Experience across the full e-commerce value chain: catalog, search, merchandising, cart, checkout, payments, OMS, customer service

* Knowledge of B2C, B2B, marketplace, and subscription models

* Understanding of e-commerce KPIs, conversion optimization, and personalization

* Proven experience leading and mentoring architecture teams

* Exceptional client-facing skills - comfortable presenting to business and technical teams alike

* Excellent communication skills, able to articulate complex technical concepts to varied audiences

We offer

* We gather like-minded people:

* Engineering community of industry professionals

* Friendly team and enjoyable working environment

* Flexible schedule and opportunity to work remotely within Poland

* Chance to work abroad for up to 60 days annually

* Business-driven relocation opportunities

* We provide growth opportunities:

* Outstanding career roadmap

* Leadership development, career advising, soft skills, and well-being programs

* Certification (GCP, Azure, AWS)

* Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract, Cloud Guru

* English classes

* We cover it all:

* Stable income (Employment Contract or B2B)

* Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan

* Benefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers)

* Strategically located offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, fantastic coffee, and more

* Referral bonuses

* Corporate, social and well-being events

* Please, 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.