Principal Software Architect

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Principal Software Architect to join our dynamic engineering team in Navi Mumbai. The ideal candidate will possess a strong hands-on engineering background, coupled with exceptional architectural design and communication skills. You will be responsible for designing and architecting complex, scalable, and reliable microservice-based systems. This role requires a deep understanding of legacy systems, the ability to identify gaps, and the vision to propose innovative solutions. You will be a key contributor in driving technical excellence and collaborating effectively across multiple teams. Responsibilities: Architectural Design Visualization: Design and architect robust and scalable microservice-based systems. Create clear and concise architectural diagrams to visualize data flow, service states, and component interactions. Effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Legacy System Analysis Modernization: Analyze existing legacy systems to understand their design and identify areas for improvement. Develop and propose solutions to address gaps and modernize legacy systems, utilizing clear visualization and documented approaches. Requirements Analysis Design: Perform detailed analysis of business requirements and translate them into High-Level Designs (HLD) and Low-Level Designs (LLD). Accurately scope projects and provide realistic estimates. Technology Expertise: Leverage hands-on experience with technologies such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, Go Lang, RESTful API standards, Redis, Prometheus, and related tools. Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry best practices. Collaboration Communication: Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Business, Infrastructure, and Infosec. Act as a technical leader and mentor to junior engineers. Clearly document all architecture and design decisions. Hands-on Engineering: Maintain a strong hands-on engineering approach, and be ready to provide code reviews and technical guidance to team members. Required Skills Experience: 10+ years of experience in software engineering and architecture. Proven track record of designing and architecting large-scale, complex systems, particularly microservices. Extensive experience with distributed systems and message queuing technologies (Kafka, RabbitMQ). Strong programming experience, preferably with Go Lang. Deep understanding of RESTful API standards and best practices. Experience with caching solutions (Redis) and monitoring tools (Prometheus). Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly. Ability to create and interpret architectural diagrams and data flow visualizations. Experience in analyzing and modernizing legacy systems. Ability to produce clear and concise HLD and LLD documents. Experience working in an office environment. Bachelors or Masters Degree in Computer Science, or related field. Apply Now Apply For Job