We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Architect to join our Architecture team. This is an opportunity to contribute to the design and architecture of our cloud-based platform using the latest technology advancements and methodologies. You will work closely with cross BU Engineering and Product teams to ensure implementation aligns with architectural designs to deliver enterprise solutions to our customers at scale. An appreciation for technological risks and articulation of non-functional requirements is required. Excellent communication and teamwork skills are expected alongside a strong work ethic and a can-do attitude.
You will have strong experience with the Microsoft Tech Stack and associated infrastructure and how it applies to DevOps and Security. You will have a keen interest in doing things the right way and for taking on new challenges.
While this role primarily involves Solution Architecture, it is expected that the candidate also has strong development skills and can help deliver on some core Platform offerings.
The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Microsoft technologies and familiarity with other Cloud Platform offerings. As a Software Architect, you will participate in architectural and key decision-making forums regarding choice of technologies, design approaches and Product roadmap. You will maintain a strong focus on the reliability, performance and security of our platform centred around a positive customer experience.
What You Will Do
Work with Product and Engineering Management to define the Product Roadmap and associated designs / technical enablers.
Facilitate implementation of a cloud-based platform that is secure, cost efficient, reliable, performant and scalable.
Define and maintain software architecture standards and best practices.
Lead the design and implementation of scalable and secure software solutions.
Communicate NFR and designs effectively both formally and verbally.
Identify and help to reduce any strategic technical debt.
Collaborate with development teams to ensure alignment with architectural goals and solution designs.
Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and processes to ensure the highest quality products for our platform.
Provide technical direction and mentoring to development teams.
Actively contribute to the development of core platform packages/template projects.
Keep abreast of the latest technological advancements that will help us to continuously improve our platform offering.
Partner with Architecture, DevOps and Platform Engineering teams to automate deployments, enforce governance, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Ensure data security, privacy, and compliance with all applicable policies and standards.
What You Bring
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or a related field or equivalent practical experience.
Minimum of 8 years development experience.
3+ years of experience working in a Software, Technical or Solution Architecture role.
Strong understanding of cloud-native architectures and design patterns.
Exposure to design/build of reliable distributed enterprise systems capable of scaling to serve high volumes of traffic.
High attention to detail and willingness to take on complex technical challenges.
Proficiency in the Microsoft stack – .Net (c#), Web Api, Azure Services (inclu. Cosmos, Azure Sql, App Insights, Key Vault, AFD, etc.), Azure Devops, etc.
Familiarity with GCP offerings such as GKE, Postgres, and Cloud Functions.
Experience/Knowledge of JavaScript/Typescript Frameworks such as Angular and React.
Full understanding of the SDLC, with experience working with DDD, TDD, CI/CD.
Experience in Event Driven Architecture, Microservices, Kafka.
Exposure to Container Technology (Kubernetes, Docker, etc.).
Microsoft Azure / .Net certification an advantage.
Use of Co-Pilot/Other for AI design & coding efficiency gains.
A keen interest in AI technologies and tooling and how they can be leveraged by teams to accelerate delivery and value to the business and our customers.
Intellectual curiosity and learning ability.
Excellent communication, documentation, design and stakeholder management skills.
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