Associate Program Manager

Role Overview: We are seeking seasoned Technical Architects with deep expertise in .NET technologies to lead solution design, architecture, and technical direction for enterprise-scale projects. The ideal candidate will combine strong hands-on technical skills with proven experience in architecting scalable, secure, and high-performance applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and design application architectures aligned with business and technical requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams across the SDLC.
• Collaborate with business analysts, delivery managers, and client stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend frameworks, tools, and technology stacks to ensure optimal performance and scalability.
• Conduct code and design reviews to maintain quality and consistency across solutions.
• Drive proof of concepts (POCs), modernization initiatives, and performance optimization.
• Ensure adherence to architectural standards, best practices, and security guidelines.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and guide teams in resolution.
• Support pre-sales and solutioning activities through effort estimation and technical presentations.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 14 years of experience in software development, with at least 4–5 years in an architect or lead design role.
• Expertise in.NET (C#, ASP.NET Core, Web API, Entity Framework)
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proficiency in design patterns, microservices architecture, API design, and system integration.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and DevOps practices.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to front-end frameworks (React, Angular, or Blazor) is a plus.
• Experience with database design and optimization (SQL Server, Oracle, or NoSQL).
• Familiarity with enterprise integration patterns, security, and scalability considerations.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified Architect, AWS/Azure Architect, Oracle Java Architect) are desirable.