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Platform Architect

Criticalriver

8 - 11 years

17 - 22 Lacs

Hyderabad

Posted:9 months ago| Platform:

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Skills Required

Performance tuning Architecture Data modeling Coding Application development AWS Distribution system SQL Data architecture Python

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Full Time

Job Description

Platform Architect / Principal Engineer.

Experience: 10+ years

Work Location:

- Hyderabad

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced and hands-on Platform Architect / Principal Engineer to lead the design and implementation of our cloud-based platform. As a key technical leader, you will drive architectural decisions, ensure scalability, optimize performance, and be deeply involved in coding and infrastructure design.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a startup environment , is comfortable wearing multiple hats, and can balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.

Key Responsibilities

Architect and build scalable, resilient, and high-performance cloud-based platforms using AWS.

Lead end-to-end design of cloud infrastructure, microservices architecture, and distributed systems.

Develop high-quality, production-grade code in Python , ensuring scalability and maintainability.

Define and enforce best practices for cloud-native application development , including security, monitoring, and cost optimization.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, DevOps, product management) to align technology with business goals.

Optimize API design and data architecture for performance and reliability.

Mentor and guide junior engineers , fostering a culture of technical excellence.

Stay updated on emerging cloud technologies , continuously improving architecture and operational efficiency.

Required Qualifications

10+ years of experience in software engineering with a strong background in cloud-based architecture.

Proven experience as a Platform Architect, Principal Engineer, or Cloud Architect in a startup or high-growth environment.

Expert-level proficiency in Python (Django, Flask, FastAPI, or similar frameworks).
Understanding of Azure and GCP Architecture is nice to have.
Deep expertise in AWS , including services like EC2, EKS, ECS, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, SQS, SNS, IAM, CloudFormation, or Terraform.

Strong knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, and containerized microservices architectures .

Experience with event-driven architectures, streaming platforms (Kafka, Kinesis), and message queues .

Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, GitOps, and DevSecOps best practices .

Proficiency in SQL and NoSQL databases with a strong grasp of data modeling and performance tuning.

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make data-driven architectural decisions .

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in machine learning pipelines or data engineering on AWS is a plus.

Knowledge of serverless computing (AWS Lambda, API Gateway) .

Exposure to observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, or New Relic.

Prior experience working in fintech, SaaS, or AI-driven platforms .

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