Solutions Architect/DR SME

Our organization is looking for a Solutions Architect/DR SME to help advance enterprise preparedness for service disruption. You will contribute to high-priority resilience programs that require close coordination between technology specialists and business decision-makers. The team values accountability, clarity, and effective collaboration across complex operating models. This opportunity is designed for a seasoned professional who can bring order and momentum to challenging engagements

Responsibilities

• Drive disaster recovery delivery across the engagement by monitoring assessment checkpoints and ensuring timely completion
• Work as the primary liaison among EPAM technical personnel, customer stakeholders, and specialized recovery advisors
• Coordinate schedules and manage upstream and downstream dependencies across all related project activities
• Enable effective cooperation between international, cross-functional contributors and reinforce alignment on delivery objectives
• Maintain an active risk register, anticipate delivery threats, and coordinate mitigation activities
• Review and manage recovery-related deliverables to ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and high quality
• Coordinate tabletop testing activities and provide the support needed to validate recovery-plan effectiveness
• Ensure Tier 1 backup and recovery arrangements are introduced in a clear, controlled manner that reflects business needs

Requirements

• Have five or more years of applicable professional experience in technology delivery, recovery planning, solution architecture, or a related field
• Bring at least two years of experience in positions involving seniority, leadership, management, or ownership responsibility
• Have a demonstrated history of leading engagements with teams of five or more full-time contributors
• Guide diverse teams across locations and functions while promoting clear accountability and effective collaboration
• Manage stakeholder relationships across technical and non-technical audiences to support trust and decision-making
• Apply IT service management knowledge to maintain appropriate control of enterprise operational processes
• Demonstrate strong experience with Agile, PMP, or other recognized project management methodologies
• Coordinate complicated delivery calendars involving multiple teams, overlapping activities, and changing priorities
• Lead workshops and stakeholder meetings that establish consensus and resolve outstanding questions
• Use risk-management techniques to evaluate project exposure and implement proportionate mitigation plans
• Communicate complex delivery information effectively through executive-ready reports and presentations
• Understand disaster recovery and business continuity principles as applied in large enterprise organizations
• Maintain English proficiency at B2 level or above for day-to-day professional communication