Position: Software Architect 12-Month Rolling ContractLocation:Dublin, Ireland (Hybrid preferred; Remote considered)Engagement Type:B2B / Freelance ContractDuration:Initial 12-month rolling engagementRole OverviewWe are recruiting on behalf of our client a major Irish organization undergoing a large-scaledigital and cloud transformationfor an experiencedSoftware Architectto help define and guide the technical direction of multiple enterprise applications.This is a senior technical role within a forward-thinking architecture team, collaborating withSolution Architects, Technical Architects, and Engineering Squadsto deliver scalable, reliable, and cloud-native systems. The ideal candidate will combinehands-on architectural design expertisewith strong communication and leadership skills to influence technology strategy and implementation across a growing platform ecosystem.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and evolve software architectures across multiple large-scale, cloud-based applications.Collaborate with Solution Architects and Product Teams to translate business and functional requirements into clear technical solutions.Define and implement event-driven architectures, leveraging messaging platforms such as Kafka and related streaming technologies.Lead the design of APIs and microservices with a focus on scalability, performance, and maintainability.Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to development teams, ensuring consistent architectural alignment across projects.Work hands-on when required, supporting implementation and troubleshooting in complex systems.Partner with engineering leads to ensure adherence to best practices in coding, DevOps, and cloud-native design.Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, modernizing platforms and adopting new technologies where appropriate.Drive alignment between architecture, security, and infrastructure teams to ensure resilient and compliant solutions.Required Skills & ExperienceProven experience as a Software Architect within large-scale or enterprise environments.Deep technical expertise in AWS cloud architecture (certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect Associate/Professional are a plus).Strong experience designing event-driven architectures and building high-volume, low-latency APIs.Solid background in software engineering principles, ideally with hands-on experience in Java, Kotlin, or similar modern languages.Strong understanding of microservices, containerization, and integration services.Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Proven experience influencing and guiding engineering teams through technical leadership.Excellent collaboration and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to align multiple teams around a common vision.Preferred QualificationsExperience designing and deploying mobile and web platforms at scale.Familiarity with CI/CD, DevOps practices, and cloud automation.Knowledge of security, observability, and resilience principles in distributed systems.Prior experience in enterprise modernization, digital transformation, or public sector technology programs is an advantage.Contract DetailsEngagement Type: Freelance / B2B ContractDuration: 12-Month Rolling ContractWork Setup: Hybrid preferred (Dublin-based teams); remote candidates considered based on experience and availability.Interview Process: Two stages with senior members of the clients Architecture Leadership Team