Software Architect I - Java Architect

Job Summary: Software Architect I - Java Architect

Role Overview:

Key Responsibilities:

1. Solution Definition & Design:

• Design the architecture for small to medium projects and develop technical frameworks.
• Collaborate with project teams and client SMEs to design complex sub-components.
• Conduct Proof of Concepts (PoCs) to validate technical feasibility.
• Provide detailed design documents and seek stakeholder feedback.
• Ensure optimized solutions and resolve performance issues.

2. Requirement Gathering & Analysis:

• Gather functional and non-functional requirements, focusing on aspects like response time and user load.
• Assist in defining technical requirements and architecture at the component level.

3. Project Management Support:

• Assist SCRUM Masters/Project Managers with technical inputs, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Help developers overcome technical challenges.

4. Technology Consulting & Research:

• Analyze technology landscapes and tools based on project objectives.
• Research and document new developments in technologies to support the teams growth.

5. Project Estimation & Proposal Development:

• Contribute to project estimations and support business proposals from a technical perspective.
• Help in estimating effort for sprint and module-level tasks.

6. Knowledge Management & Capability Development:

• Conduct technical training and webinars for team members.
• Contribute to knowledge repositories, create reusable components, and share expertise through blogs and case studies.

7. Testing & Process Improvement:

• Suggest unit test automation strategies and process improvements.
• Identify tools and techniques to improve project delivery parameters such as productivity and efficiency.

8. Audit & Review:

• Conduct technical audits across projects to ensure adherence to design and coding best practices.

Required Skills:

• Domain/Industry Knowledge:

  Basic understanding of business processes in relevant industries.

• Technology Knowledge:

  Hands-on experience with Java technologies (e.g., Spring Boot, microservices, Kafka, Cosmos DB, React).

• Architecture Concepts & Principles:

  Familiarity with architectural patterns (e.g., SOA, N-Tier, EDA) and integration methodologies.

• Design Patterns & Tools:

  Knowledge of design patterns, SDLC, and best coding practices.

• Project Management Tools:

  Basic understanding of project management processes and tools like MS Excel, MPP.

• Knowledge Management:

  Ability to participate in knowledge sharing through documentation and training.

Skills & Technologies:

• Microservices

  architecture,

  Event-Driven Architecture

  ,

  Spring Boot

  ,

  Kafka

  ,

  React

  ,

  Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)

  , and

  Cosmos DB

  .
• Familiarity with

  SOA

  and

  N-Tier

  architectures.
• Experience in

  Agile SDLC

  methodologies.

Success Metrics:

• Number of reusable components developed.
• Efficient delivery with adherence to UST principles.
• Positive customer feedback, with zero technology-related escalations.
• Contributions to the knowledge base (e.g., white papers, blogs, training).

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work closely with architects and senior developers.
• Contribute to the development of proposals and estimation strategies for projects.
• Strong communication skills for stakeholder management and knowledge sharing.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about software engineering, architecture, and continuous improvement in a collaborative environment.