We are looking for a Software Architect who will be part of a group of Architects who provide technical leadership and help Engineering build next-generation products to manage modern software releases.
This role will report directly to the CTO, and involves defining system architecture, dealing with Engineering-centric requirements, researching technical innovations and engaging in POCs gauging technical risk. Candidates must have solid experience working on large-scale, complex systems, as well as with software architecture and design process, and have a history of delivering architecturally sound, pragmatic solutions. Hands on coding experience is also a must.

Responsibilities

• Define architectural approaches and detailed technical Engineering specifications
• Negotiate trade-offs and drive issues to closure
• Develop architectural POCs
• Work with Product Management to understand business requirements and market trends
• Provide architectural oversight and guidance to Engineering teams
• Review code and perform acceptance testing to ensure quality and consistency with architectural vision
• Evaluate new technologies
• Help to steer the architectural and Engineering priorities of the company
• Participate in senior technical job interviews as needed

Requirements

• Excellent problem solving skills and ability to work independently
• Ability to function as an equal peer when working with Engineering
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills
• Strong sense of ownership and track record of quality work
• 5+ years of experience with complex, high-performance distributed systems
• 5+ years of hands-on programming experience in languages such as Java, Go, JavaScript (Node)
• 2+ years of hands-on technical leadership in a Principal Engineer or Technical Lead role
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in B2B systems and design of external APIs
• BA/BS degree in Computer Science or related engineering field or equivalent practical experience