Software Architect

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Develop and uphold software and solution architectures that align with the strategic direction of the business, product, and technology.

• Convert both functional and non-functional requirements into designs for applications, services, APIs, integrations, and data.

• Implement architectural principles, technical standards, reference architectures, and reusable design patterns.

• Document architectural decisions, assumptions, and trade-offs effectively.

• Create cloud-centric solutions utilizing Microsoft Azure and AWS.

• Ensure that designs meet criteria for security, scalability, reliability, resilience, performance, observability, maintainability, and cost-effectiveness.

• Assess technologies, frameworks, and architectural methodologies, offering informed recommendations.

• Lead reviews focused on solution-level architecture and design.

• Identify potential architectural risks, dependencies, and technical debt, and advise on mitigation strategies.

• Collaborate with Software Engineers to address complex technical challenges.

• Develop prototypes, proofs of concept, technical spikes, and reference implementations.

• Offer architectural guidance for Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and DevOps practices, including CI/CD, infrastructure as code, automated testing, and observability.

• Create and maintain architecture diagrams, technical documentation, and records of architectural decisions.

• Apply security-by-design principles and work in partnership with Security and Engineering teams.

• Mentor and support engineers in software design, architectural patterns, and technical decision-making.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

• Over 5 years of experience in software development.

• More than 5 years of experience with DevOps methodologies.

• At least 5 years of experience with C#, React, JavaScript, and SQL.

• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

• Proven ability to create clear and effective technical documentation.

• Strong understanding of web application functionalities, including security measures and best development practices.

• Capability to design, develop, and integrate APIs.

• Expertise in designing, creating, and managing databases.

• Proficient in implementing and overseeing DevOps practices, including CI/CD, infrastructure as code, and monitoring.

• Deep understanding of SDLC practices and workflows.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunities for continuous professional growth and leadership development.

• Comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits.

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.

• 401K plan.

• Flexible spending options.

• Home office setup assistance.

• Access to world-class facilities and technology, whether in-office or remote.