Principal Software Architect

Our client is looking for a Principal Software Architect to drive technical design discussions for applications. In this role, you will provide transformational insights to the engineering leadership team and ensure scalability is at the forefront of strategic conversations. This role will also lead strategic roadmaps for the modernization of the technology stack and communicate these roadmaps to senior leadership.  The sky is the limit in this role, you will be helping ensure that the organization is at the forefront of technology and leading the charge to ensure that the organization is viewed as the leader in our market space.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead engineering team in further maturity of patterns and principles
  


• Develop long range roadmaps for modernization activities in the cloud for existing and new applications
  


• Partner with value stream teams in translating business needs into innovative business solutions.
  


• Lead the Chief Technology Group in determining viability of proposed new tools and software utilizing cost, performance, risk, and value as measurements for decisions.
  


• Mentor engineers on modern software development practices
  


• Translate and communicate complex technical concepts to senior business leaders
  


• Drive technology innovation through research and market analysis and share emerging technology trends with the team.
  


• Perform vendor assessments and lead technical evaluations that guide teams to fact-based decisions
  

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of experience designing and developing enterprise solutions, fully deploying systems to business users or external customers
  


• Experience with migrating applications to a cloud-based solution
  


• Test first, continuous integration mindset
  


• Experience with agile development methodologies
  


• Deep technical experience on patterns, principles, and newest trends across the industry
  


• Good presentation skills
  


• Clear writing/communication skills
  


• Willing to energetically engage with both business stakeholders and developers
  


• Strong communication and presentation skills
  


• Ability to work independently and as a team member
  


• Ability to adapt within a fast-paced, changing environment
  


• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
  

Benefits