Tech Lead/Solution Architect
Tech Lead/Solution Architect
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
- 8+ years of experience in software development, with at least 6 years in architectural roles
- Strong knowledge of object-oriented design, distributed systems, and cloud technologies
- Experience with Agile methodologies and leading development teams
- Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in financial services industry
- Familiarity with microservices architecture, containerization, and orchestration technologies
- Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and oversee the implementation of scalable, robust technical solutions
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate requirements into effective architectural designs
- Lead and mentor development teams, fostering a culture of code quality and continuous improvement
- Drive adoption of best practices in software development and architecture
- Conduct architectural reviews and provide technical direction for projects
- Balance technical debt with feature delivery to maintain a healthy codebase
- Contribute to strategic technology decisions and enterprise architecture evolution
What You'll Do:
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Solution Design : Analyze business needs and create end-to-end solution designs that address key issues and align with strategic goals.
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Technical Leadership : Guide development teams in implementing high-quality, scalable solutions. Conduct code reviews and promote best practices.
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Stakeholder Management : Work closely with business analysts, product owners, and other stakeholders to ensure solutions meet business requirements.
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Architecture Governance : Implement and maintain architectural standards across projects, ensuring consistency and integration.
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Innovation : Stay current with emerging technologies and propose innovative solutions to complex business problems.
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