Software Architect

Key Responsibilities :Architectural Design & Strategy :- Define and drive the front-end architecture strategy, focusing on scalability, performance, maintainability, and reusability.- Collaborate with product owners, UX/UI designers, and backend architects to define functional and non-functional requirements for new features and enhancements.- Develop high-level product specifications, considering integration points, technical feasibility, and design constraints.- Evaluate and recommend modern UI frameworks, libraries, and tooling to ensure an efficient, cutting-edge tech stack.- Establish coding standards, design patterns, and best practices for the front-end team.- Ensure that UI architecture adheres to principles of accessibility (WCAG), responsiveness, and cross-browser compatibility.Hands-On Development :- Lead by example through hands-on development using Angular (latest versions) and complementary technologies such as TypeScript, RxJS, and Node.js.- Oversee the creation of modular, reusable UI components and design systems for consistent application styling and interaction.- Collaborate with backend developers to design RESTful APIs and GraphQL integrations, ensuring seamless front-end and back-end communication.- Participate in code reviews to ensure quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices.- Create and maintain automated tests (unit, integration, and end-to-end) to guarantee robust, error-free Leadership & Project Oversight :- Serve as the technical lead for front-end development, guiding engineers in implementing architecture, standards, and practices.- Provide mentorship and technical direction to UI developers, fostering professional growth and innovation.- Oversee project progress and delivery timelines, ensuring consistency with architectural vision and design standards.- Collaborate with QA engineers and DevOps teams to ensure high-quality builds, automated testing, and smooth deployments.- Review and approve final builds before release, ensuring compliance with quality, performance, and security benchmarks.Quality, Security & Performance :- Ensure that all UI solutions meet high standards of security, usability, and performance.- Optimize application performance through lazy loading, caching strategies, code splitting, and efficient state management.- Establish and monitor UI performance metrics and user experience KPIs.- Conduct regular code audits to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities and technical debt.- Integrate and uphold software quality assurance (SQA) processes throughout the development lifecycle. Collaboration & Communication :- Communicate architectural concepts and design guidelines clearly to cross-functional teams and stakeholders.- Work closely with backend, DevOps, and QA teams to ensure cohesive delivery of end-to-end software solutions.- Partner with product and UX design teams to translate design concepts into interactive, high-performance interfaces.- Act as a trusted technical advisor to leadership, influencing long-term UI and product direction.- Represent the organization in technical meetings, workshops, and conferences when required.Required Skills & Qualifications :- 10+ years of experience in front-end development, with at least 35 years in a software architect or technical lead role.- Proven expertise in Angular (latest versions) and TypeScript.- Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), and RxJS.- Experience building responsive, cross-browser compatible, and accessible UI.- Strong knowledge of UI/UX principles, design systems, and user-centered design.- Experience with Node.js, NPM/Yarn, and build tools such as Webpack or Vite.- Familiarity with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and micro-frontend architectures.- Proficient with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Bamboo, or GitHub Actions).- Solid understanding of testing frameworks (Jasmine, Karma, Jest, or Cypress).- Good understanding of software quality assurance principles, performance optimization, and security best practices.Technical Mindset & Soft Skills :- Exceptional organizational and leadership skills able to lead projects and teams effectively.- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven approach to decision-making.- Excellent communication and presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.- A collaborative, team-oriented mindset with the ability to mentor and inspire others.- Deep attention to detail with a passion for delivering polished, intuitive, and high-performing applications.- Adaptability and eagerness to stay updated with emerging front-end technologies and frameworks. Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills :- Experience with React, Vue.js, or other modern JavaScript frameworks.- Familiarity with cloud-native front-end architectures (e.g., AWS Amplify, Azure Static Web Apps, or Firebase).- Exposure to server-side rendering (SSR) and progressive web apps (PWAs).- Experience implementing CI/CD for front-end builds and infrastructure as code (IaC).- Knowledge of containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).- Previous experience contributing to design systems or component libraries. (ref:hirist.tech)