Enterprise Architect

Enterprise Architect

Location:

Bellevue, WA

Duration:
Fulltime

Job Description:

Skills Desired:

• Strong software engineering background (10+ years) in full-stack application development with a proven track record of consistently delivering high-impact software products in a timely manner.

• 3+ years of solid experience as an Application or Solutions Architect delivering enterprise solutions at scale using modern cloud-native technologies (AWS preferred).

• Proven experience in hands-on coding with one or more languages:
Java, JavaScript, Python, or C#.

• Expertise in developing and deploying applications using microservices architecture, container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud platforms (AWS preferred). Track record of including automated testing throughout the life cycle.

• Good understanding of AWS services, including EKS, Lambda, S3, API Gateway, DynamoDB, and other cloud-native technologies.

• Experience with Containers and CI/CD Pipelines:
Proven ability to design, build, and manage containerized applications using Kubernetes (Amazon EKS). Familiarity with modern CI/CD pipelines and Dev Ops practices.

• Excellent Communication

Skills:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Experience implementing reusable software components and shared libraries for enterprise-wide use in one or more languages like Java, C#, JavaScript, and Python.

• Proven experience designing & architecting enterprise-scale transactional systems following microservice, event-driven architecture style.

• Good understanding of Info Sec and Dev Sec Ops  principles using AWS technologies is a must. Relevant certifications, such as AWS Solutions Architect Associate, are highly desirable.

• AWS certifications, such as AWS Solutions Architect Professional or Developer.

• Ability to work independently to drive complex technical projects to completion, as well as collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

• Experience with one or more additional programming languages beyond the must-haves.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Hands-on Development:
Lead the design, development, and deployment of full-stack applications with a strong focus on event-driven microservices using cloud-native technologies.

• Coding and Architecture:
Implement simple, readable, well-designed software components, adhering to best coding practices in one or more languages.

• Framework & Platform Development:
Implement reusable and scalable software frameworks and platforms. Own the development process from high-level requirements to post-deployment activities. Build documentation for reusable components/platforms.

• Containerization and Cloud Deployment:
Drive the use of container technologies and orchestrate services on AWS infrastructure, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.

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Collaboration:

Partner with solutions architects, product owners, and domain experts to turn high-level business needs into detailed, actionable technical specifications and implementation plans.

• Troubleshooting and Debugging:
Independently troubleshoot, debug, and optimize code to ensure high availability and performance. Investigate and resolve complex software issues, providing support to the operations team.

• Documentation:
Create and maintain high-quality technical documentation that supports the development process, including architecture decision records, design specs, system architecture diagrams, and reusable patterns.

• Non-functional Requirements:
Ensure that all developed software meets non-functional requirements such as security, scalability, maintainability, performance, and compliance with industry standards.