Job Summary
The Software Architect plays a critical role in defining the structure, design, and technical strategy of our software applications and systems. This position involves collaborating with stakeholders, developers, and engineers to create robust, scalable, and innovative software solutions. The Software Architect will guide the software development lifecycle, making decisions to ensure that software systems align with company goals and technical standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Architecture Design: Define the architecture for software applications and systems, ensuring scalability, performance, security, and maintainability.
- Technical Strategy: Develop technical roadmaps, evaluate architectural options, and establish best practices that align with the company’s business objectives.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product owners, stakeholders, and development teams to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
- Code Review and Standards: Review code to ensure adherence to architectural standards and best practices, providing guidance to engineering teams on clean coding principles.
- Technology Evaluation: Research, evaluate, and select appropriate tools, frameworks, and technology stacks for projects.
- Documentation: Create and maintain architectural documentation, including design diagrams, technical specifications, and system integration details.
- Mentorship and Leadership: Act as a technical mentor to development teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- System Integration: Ensure seamless integration with existing systems and third-party solutions, as well as high availability and disaster recovery plans.
- Quality Assurance: Collaborate with QA teams to define testing strategies that align with architectural goals and ensure product reliability.
- Security Best Practices: Implement security best practices within the architecture to safeguard sensitive data and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field; a Master’s degree is a plus.
- Experience: 7+ years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in a software architecture role.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in various programming languages (e.g., Java, .NET, Python, or JavaScript).
- Deep understanding of architectural styles and patterns, including Microservices, Serverless, Event-Driven Architecture, and SOA.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
- Strong background in databases (SQL and NoSQL), APIs, and messaging systems.
- Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD, and version control systems (e.g., Git).
- Soft Skills:
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong communication skills to translate technical concepts for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Proven leadership skills and a collaborative mindset.
- Certifications: Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, TOGAF, or Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect) are a plus.
