EPAM Systems

We are looking for a Director-level LATAM Architect to lead and help expand and scale our API & Integration Practice throughout the region.

This individual will blend business development support, people leadership, client-facing consulting, and strong judgment in API and integration architecture. We are seeking a builder - someone capable of transforming LATAM from a delivery hub into a regional engine of consulting, architecture, and growth for the API & Integration Practice.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with regional account teams, global practice leadership, technology partners, and enterprise clients to grow opportunities across API strategy, integration modernization, platform transformation, governance, cloud integration, and AI-era integration
• Guide LATAM teams and contribute to their continued growth and professional development
• Back pipeline development and pre-sales efforts to fuel regional business expansion
• Counsel senior client stakeholders on intricate API and integration challenges
• Drive complex API and integration transformation initiatives from start to finish
• Develop regional talent and nurture a strong consulting and architecture community across LATAM
• Influence client demand and serve as a credible voice for the practice throughout the region
• Tie LATAM capability to global practice strategy to ensure alignment and meaningful impact

Requirements

• A minimum of 12 years of IT experience
• At least 8 years in Manager, Owner, Architect, or Coordinator positions
• Involvement in 10+ projects, or a proven history of bringing 3+ products (or key product capabilities) to market
• Demonstrated success leading engagements for teams of 70+ FTEs, or smaller engagements that delivered high business impact
• Strong background in API management, integration platforms, cloud architecture, modernization, partner ecosystems, and enterprise consulting
• Hands-on expertise with MuleSoft for crafting and delivering integration solutions
• Real-world experience with Apigee for API management and lifecycle governance
• Working knowledge of Kong as an API gateway and management platform
• Practical background using Azure API Management for building and operating enterprise APIs
• Familiarity with Axway for API management and integration capabilities
• Experience using Boomi for cloud-based integration and workflow automation
• Working knowledge of Kafka for event-driven architectures and real-time data streaming
• Hands-on experience with major cloud providers, including GCP, Azure, or AWS
• English proficiency at C1 level or higher

Nice to have

• Relevant industry certifications in API management, integration platforms, or cloud architecture

We offer/Benefits

• International projects with top brands
• Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
• Healthcare benefits
• Employee financial programs
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
• Unlimited access to the LinkedIn 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 LinkedIn