AI Solutions Architect

Drive the architectural vision for AI-powered retail store technology solutions that transform business visibility and operational decision-making. You will define solution designs, guide engineering teams, and rapidly prototype AI systems that bridge business strategy and technical delivery to create measurable impact in real-world environments. At EPAM, you'll work on cutting-edge technologies, solve complex challenges, and shape the future of digital innovation.

With access to continuous learning, mentorship, and global projects, your expertise will drive meaningful change. Req.#1123594652 Responsibilities Architect end-to-end AI-driven solutions that improve store technology visibility and decision-making, defining system designs that are scalable, practical, and production-ready Lead solution design sessions with business and technology stakeholders, producing architecture diagrams, mockups, and detailed requirement documentation for development teams Translate complex business requirements into robust technical architectures, ensuring alignment between business intent, system design, and engineering execution Rapidly prototype AI solutions to validate architectural decisions and demonstrate feasibility, moving efficiently from design concept to working proof of concept Define and govern architectural standards and patterns applied across AI and Agile SDLC processes, guiding development teams through structured, best-practice delivery Act as a consultative technical authority for business stakeholders, providing architectural guidance and ensuring AI solutions deliver measurable value across retail store environments Requirements Proven AI fluency with hands-on architectural experience designing and operationalizing AI-driven solutions in real-world production environments Strong software architecture knowledge, with the ability to define scalable, enterprise-grade solution designs that meet complex business and technical requirements Experience creating architecture artifacts including solution designs, mockups, and requirement documentation to effectively guide and align cross-functional development teams General knowledge of cloud platforms and cloud-native architecture patterns, with familiarity with Microsoft Azure considered a strong advantage Deep understanding of business requirement processes and AI and Agile SDLC practices, with experience leading architectural governance across delivery teams Strong consultative and communication skills, with the ability to engage credibly with senior business stakeholders and technical teams, with retail industry experience a valuable plus Canada (Full-Time) Extended Healthcare with Prescription Drugs, Dental and Vision, and Healthcare Spending Account (Company Paid) Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Paid) Employee Assistance Program (Company Paid) Telehealth (Company Paid) Short-term Disability (Company Paid) Long-Term Disability Paid Time Off (including vacation and sick days) Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with Company match Maternity/Parental/Adoption Leave Top-up Employee Stock Purchase Program Critical Illness Insurance Employee Discounts Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions