Solution Architect - Python/Java/React.js

Position Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Solution Architect / Technical Lead to spearhead the design and delivery of scalable, secure, and high-performance technology solutions across banking, e-commerce, and e-learning domains. This role requires strong technical acumen, leadership capabilities, and cross-domain experience to align business objectives with modern architectural strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Architectural Design : Define and architect robust, end-to-end solutions that align with business goals and domain-specific requirements.
• Technology Strategy : Develop and execute a future-ready technology strategy focused on scalability, performance, and security.
• Technical Leadership : Provide hands-on guidance to engineering teams throughout the software development lifecycle, including design, development, testing, and deployment.
• System Integration : Lead the seamless integration of diverse systems, ensuring efficient interoperability across platforms.
• Cross-functional Collaboration : Work closely with product managers, developers, UI/UX teams, and business stakeholders to deliver technically sound and business-aligned solutions.
• Security & Compliance : Ensure platform compliance with security and regulatory requirements, especially in banking and e-commerce verticals.
• Performance Optimization : Drive system performance improvements through techniques like load balancing, caching, and query optimization.
• Microservices Architecture : Design and implement microservices-based architectures to enable modular, resilient, and scalable systems.
• Cloud Architecture : Develop and manage cloud strategies leveraging services from AWS, Azure, or GCP. Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC), DevOps pipelines, and cost optimization practices.
• Code Quality & Standards : Establish best practices for clean code, enforce coding standards, and conduct code reviews to maintain a high-quality codebase.
• Risk Management : Proactively identify architectural risks and implement mitigation plans during the design and planning phases.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement : Stay ahead of emerging technologies and industry trends. Champion continuous improvement initiatives across teams.
• Project Execution : Lead the execution of technical projects, manage timelines, and ensure quality deliverables that meet or exceed business expectations.
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in software development, with 4+ years in solution architecture or technical leadership roles.
• Proven expertise across banking, e-commerce, and e-learning domains, with the ability to navigate technical complexities unique to each.
• Hands-on experience in architecting secure, scalable, and cloud-native applications using microservices and serverless paradigms.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python, Java, or JavaScript, and frameworks such as React, Node.js, or Django.
• Deep knowledge of AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform, including CI/CD pipelines, cloud-native services, and DevOps automation.
• Strong database design skills with both relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Cassandra) systems.
• Solid understanding of security practices, including data encryption, OAuth, JWT, SSO, GDPR, and PCI-DSS compliance.
• Experience designing and managing RESTful and GraphQL APIs, with a focus on performance and security.
• Demonstrated leadership in guiding, mentoring, and motivating engineering teams in an agile environment.
• Excellent communication skills-both verbal and written-with the ability to present complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, TOGAF, or CISSP are a strong advantage.
• Familiarity with Agile frameworks like Scrum and Kanban.
• Practical experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Terraform, or similar DevOps tools.
• Exposure to AI/ML technologies and their applications in banking, commerce, or learning platforms is a plus.
  

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