System Architect

We are looking for a highly skilled Systems Architect with expertise in microdatabases, Elasticsearch, React, and Azure to lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance systems. You will play a critical role in defining the architecture and strategy for the technology stack while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. 

Key Responsibilities:

1. System Architecture and Design

● Develop comprehensive architecture for scalable, secure cloud-based applications leveraging Azure and microservices.

● Ensure the integration of microservices, search infrastructure, and cloud services aligns with business requirements.

● Participate in the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including planning, design, coding, testing, and deployment.

2. Database Management

● Design and optimise microdatabase solutions (e.g., SQLite, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure Table Storage, Azure Data Lake Gen2) for performance and reliability.

● Implement best practices for data modelling, indexing, and data access.

3. RESTful APIs

● Develop and optimise RESTful APIs using C# .NET Core to support a high-performance, distributed architecture.

4. Search Infrastructure

● Architect Elasticsearch solutions for fast, reliable search capabilities.

● Monitor and optimise Elasticsearch clusters for indexing and query performance

5. Frontend and Backend Integration

● Collaborate with frontend teams using React to ensure seamless integration with backend systems.

● Define APIs and data flows between services.

6. Azure Cloud Solutions

● Leverage Azure services (e.g., App Services, Cosmos DB, Azure Functions) for scalable application deployment.

● Implement security best practices, including identity and access management on Azure.

7. System Optimisation and Maintenance

● Conduct performance tuning and scalability assessments.

● Establish monitoring and alerting frameworks to ensure system reliability.

8. Leadership and Collaboration

● Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams.

● Engage with stakeholders to define technical requirements and deliver high-quality

solutions.

Required Skills and Experience

● Strong expertise in designing and managing microservice-based solutions.

● Proven experience in managing and optimising Elasticsearch clusters.

● Proficiency in building and integrating frontend applications using React.

● Hands-on experience with Azure services such as App Services, Azure DevOps, and Azure Functions.

● Proficiency in backend programming languages such as Python, JavaScript/Node.js, or C#.

● Experience designing RESTful APIs and working with microservices architecture.

● Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, particularly within Azure.

Preferred Qualifications

● Experience with containerization tools (e.g., Docker) and orchestration platforms (e.g., Kubernetes).

● Knowledge of Agile software development methodologies.

● Understanding of advanced data security and compliance requirements.

● Experience with SQL/NoSQL databases and data-management strategies.

● Exposure to serverless architectures and microservices deployment in the cloud.

● Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are a plus.