Software Architect

Software Architect 12+ yearsJob Description – Software ArchitectPosition:Software ArchitectDepartment:Engineering / TechnologyExperience:10+ years (with 3–5 years in architecture/design roles)Role OverviewWe are seeking an experiencedSoftware Architectto design and guide the implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance systems. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise with strong leadership and communication skills, ensuring that engineering teams deliver well-architected, maintainable software aligned with business objectives.Key Responsibilities1. Architecture & DesignDefine and maintain the system architecture to ensure scalability, reliability, and optimal performance.Create architectural blueprints, sequence diagrams, and data flow models.Evaluate and select appropriate design patterns, frameworks, and technologies.Drive decisions around microservices, APIs, data storage, and messaging systems.Ensure compliance with enterprise architecture principles and security best practices.2. Technical LeadershipCollaborate with product managers, developers, and DevOps engineers to translate business requirements into technical solutions.Review designs and code to ensure alignment with architectural standards.Mentor development teams, promote clean code practices, and enforce technical excellence.Lead architecture reviews, POCs, and spike investigations for new initiatives.3. Implementation & DeliveryOversee the technical roadmap to ensure modular and maintainable software evolution.Define and enforce standards for CI/CD, testing, observability, and monitoring.Participate in sprint planning and provide architectural input for new features.Work closely with DevOps to ensure system reliability, observability, and cost optimization in production.4. Innovation & Continuous ImprovementStay current with emerging technologies, frameworks, and architectural practices.Champion automation, performance tuning, and modern design approaches (event-driven, cloud-native, etc.).Conduct post-mortems for system incidents and drive continuous architectural improvements.Required Skills & ExperienceEducation:B.Tech/M.Tech in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.Experience:12+ years in software development; 3–5 years as a technical or solution architect.Technical ExpertiseStrong foundation inJava / Spring Boot / Python / Microservicesarchitecture.Experience withcloud platforms(AWS / Azure / GCP).Knowledge ofAPI design (REST/gRPC/GraphQL)andevent-driven systems (Kafka/RabbitMQ) .Solid understanding ofdatabases(PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis) andcachingstrategies.Familiar withcontainerizationandorchestration(Docker, Kubernetes).Hands-on experience withCI/CD pipelines ,monitoring tools(Grafana, Prometheus, ELK), andsecuritybest practices.Understanding ofdomain-driven design (DDD)andCQRS/Event Sourcingis a plus.Exposure tomobile backend integrations ,payment systems , andAPI gateways(Kong, Nginx, Apigee) is advantageous.Soft SkillsStrong communication and documentation skills.Strategic thinking with the ability to balance idealism and pragmatism.Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.Mentoring, coaching, and cross-functional collaboration abilities.Ownership mindset — capable of influencing design and delivery decisions.Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Architecture compliance and code quality metrics.Reduction in system downtime and performance bottlenecks.Efficiency of development through reusable components.Team satisfaction and reduced tech debt over time.Successful completion of architecture reviews and design audits.Nice to HaveCertifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, TOGAF, etc.)Experience in fintech, telecom, or IoT domains.Prior contributions to open-source projects or tech community leadership.Why Join UsOpportunity to shape high-impact, distributed systems used by thousands of users.Collaborate with talented engineers solving complex real-world challenges.A culture that values innovation, learning, and autonomy.