Software Architect

The Software Architect is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the software architecture of an organization. This professional works closely with development teams, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure that software systems meet performance, scalability, security, and usability requirements.

Responsibilities:

1. Architecture Design: Develop and maintain software architecture, including the structure of systems, components, modules, and their interactions.
2. Project Planning: Collaborate with development teams and project managers to define the software architecture for new and existing projects.
3. Research and Evaluation: Investigate emerging technologies and evaluate their suitability for implementation in the organization’s software systems.
4. Standards and Best Practices: Establish and enforce coding standards, design practices, and software architecture principles throughout the organization.
5. Performance Optimization: Identify and address performance bottlenecks, scalability issues, and other limitations in the software architecture.
6. Security: Ensure that software systems meet industry security standards and implement appropriate measures to protect data and user privacy.
7. Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with development teams, QA, IT operations, and other stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of the software architecture.
8. Documentation: Create detailed technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, user manuals, and development guides to facilitate understanding and maintenance of software systems.

Requirements for the Role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Previous experience as a software developer or software architect.
• Deep knowledge of programming languages, software development technologies, and design patterns.
• Experience in designing and implementing scalable and highly available software architectures.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Analytical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
• Solid understanding of information security principles and secure development practices.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., TOGAF, CITA, etc.) would be an advantage.