: 18581 Contract Type: Permanent Location(s): Chennai, IN Chief, Software Architect ROLE DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Chief Software Architect contributes to the goal of the SW CoE to provide visionary thought leadership and foster a culture of innovation, driving the technical direction of the organization towards excellence. The incumbent will support transformative initiatives by architecting scalable, secure, and efficient software solutions that empower our teams and clients to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Through seamless integration and full orchestration of systems and technologies, s/he will ensure that our software ecosystem is cohesive, future-ready, and aligned with the strategic goals of the business. By championing collaboration, continuous improvement, and best practices, s/he leads their organization in delivering high-impact, high-quality software solutions that enable sustainable growth and lasting success. " Collaborate with the HQ to define and drive the software architectural strategy to revolutionize the SES business through disruptive software advancement Participates to the creation and implementation of the Strategy of the SW CoE participating actively to the CoE Management team activities and initiatives. Lead the onsite SW Architects and Product Owners providing technical guidance and participating to hands-on tasks in the creation of SW Architectures, Requirements documents and user stories. Foster a culture of innovation and agility, encouraging the adoption of innovative technologies and methodologies to deliver efficient end-to-end services PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES / KEY RESULT AREAS Responsible as people manager leading technical teams of software architects and engineers allocated directly to them. Mentor and coach team members, fostering talent development and knowledge sharing. Promote a culture of technical excellence, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team Responsible for managing and defining the software architecture services and resources to deliver the product catalogue of the CoE in response to the product management & engineering specifications Serve as the primary authority and go-to expert in software engineering architecture Implement automation and orchestration home-grown SW tools to enhance system efficiency Provide visionary insights and strategic guidance on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices. Influence and drive the adoption of innovative technologies and methodologies across the organization. Oversee the development of architectural frameworks, standards, and guidelines Leads the orchestration of software solutions, ensuring cohesive integration and optimized workflows, in close collaboration with the leader of Digital Architecture and IT Ensure seamless data flow and interoperability across various platforms and applications Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, engineers, product managers, and business stakeholders Communicate complex technical concepts and strategies to non-technical stakeholders effectively Conduct regular reviews and audits to ensure compliance with standards and best practices Identify and mitigate SW design risks and issues Responsible for orchestrating engineering & operations internal proposals against product requests from the product management/engineering functions for new capabilities required as part of the new or continuous product development COMPETENCIES Technical Expertise : Deep understanding of software architecture principles, cloud computing, microservices, and API-driven development. Domain knowledge in Telecommunication and satellite systems. Leadership: Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience in leading distributed and multicultural teams. Strategic Thinking : Ability to think strategically and make decisions that align with long-term business goals. Holistic View of the System: ensure that software architects and OSS/BSS architects have a unified understanding of the full stack, from underlying software components to business and operational workflows Problem-Solving : Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges also acting as an escalation point for the team. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Customer Orientation : A customer-first mindset, with a focus on delivering exceptional service and user experiences QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Masters degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field +15 years of experience in Software Development and End-to-End Software Architecture +10 years of experience in leadership positions, preferably of teams of teams Domain knowledge in Telecommunication and satellite systems Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing complex software solutions for large-scale systems. Experience leading architecture for SaaS, PaaS, or enterprise-level applications Track record of providing strategic direction and technical oversight in aligning software architecture with business goals In-depth knowledge of security standards and compliance requirements for specific industries or platforms A history of driving innovation and solving complex technical problems with forward-thinking architectural solutions Experience in influencing the adoption of emerging technologies and driving digital transformation initiatives. Solid experience of telecommunications and space environment Hands-on experience with AI/ML integration, blockchain, or IoT technologies to innovate in innovative areas Knowledge of edge computing, big data architectures, and real-time processing frameworks (e. g. , Apache Kafka, Spark) is advantageous. OTHER KEY REQUIREMENTS / COMMENTS Office presence of three to four days per week at company premises Willing and able for regular international travel . SES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes diversity! For more information on SES, click here .

: 18364 Contract Type: Permanent Location(s): Chennai, IN [[Senior Developer Node JS / React JS]] ROLE DESCRIPTION SUMMARY We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the functionality, usability, and reliability of our customer portal. This role requires a strong understanding of business functionalities, excellent development skills using React JS and Node JS for web application development. If you are a dedicated developer who can ensure the quality and reliability of our customer portal while contributing to the growth of our business, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help us deliver an exceptional customer experience through robust development practices. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES / KEY RESULT AREAS Actively participate in the development of new features in Backend services but also front-end pages: Build and maintain Node JS microservices Build and maintain React JS screens Build and maintain the Microsoft Azure SQL DB Create and consume REST APIs / Kafka events Actively participate in building and deploying the application through terraform script and automated YAML pipelines on Azure Provide 3rd line support to business activities when incidents are raised Actively participate in AGILE ceremonies (Standups, Retrospectives, etc. ) ensuring proactive communication about challenges and opportunities as they arise. COMPETENCIES Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Mindset focused on helping others to succeed\mentoring (there will be more junior members joining over time) Ability to work autonomously as well in collaboration with other members of the team with minimal supervision with a commitment to KPI`s Service and customer-centric mindset Proactively identifies ways to contribute to the team and wider SES goals. Shows the ability to motivate self, complete tasks and achieve goals. Accountability: holds self and others accountable for individual and team results. Accepts responsibility for mistakes. Uses resources in an efficient way. Shows honesty and truthfulness. Ability to understand business requirements and work towards solutions. Openness for new technologies, ability to learn them quickly, and readiness for change. Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment under tight timelines. Willingness to travel internationally. Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment under tight timelines. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Bachelor s degree in computer science, Engineering, or Information Technology Minimum 5 years development/ support experience, preferably on Node JS / React JS stack and preferably in customer facing applications: Hands on Knowledge of building REST APIs Hands on Knowledge of consuming existing APIs Hands on experience with SQL databases / SQL Language Hands on experience building front end on React JS, calling back-end APIs Knowledge of Microservice Architecture Any experience with Azure AD B2C, Microsoft Graph APIs or Fastify / HighChart / Prisma / JEST frameworks will be considered as an asset AZ-109 certification will be considered as an asset Fluency in English is mandatory . SES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes diversity! For more information on SES, click here .