Software Architect

Role & responsibilities

• Lead client-facing workshops and discovery sessions to gather requirements and define project scope.
• Develop and present technology strategy and architectural roadmaps to client stakeholders.
• Design and architect scalable, reliable, and secure solutions tailored to client needs.
• Provide expert guidance on architectural best practices, technology selection, and integration patterns.
• Create and deliver comprehensive architectural documentation, proposals, and statements of work.
• Collaborate with client teams and internal development teams to ensure the successful implementation of the designed architecture.
• Act as a trusted technical advisor to clients, building long-term relationships.
• Oversee and govern the implementation of software solutions to ensure alignment with the architectural vision.
• Mentor and guide both client and internal developers on architectural best practices and new technologies.
• Contribute to the development of consulting offerings and reusable intellectual property.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a client-facing role such as a Consulting Architect, Solutions Architect, or Technical Consultant.
• Extensive experience with Java and its ecosystem (Spring Framework, Hibernate, Maven/Gradle).
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript, including modern frameworks and libraries such as Node.js and React.
• In-depth knowledge of architectural patterns (e.g., Microservices, SOA, Event-Driven Architecture).
• Experience designing solutions on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Solid understanding of database technologies, both SQL (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB, Redis).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to align technology solutions with business goals.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence in a matrixed environment.
• Deep understanding of modern CI/CD pipeline implementation, including tools and best practices that enable a "Shift Left" strategy for quality and security (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, SonarQube, Snyk).