Technical Architect

Job Summary

Technical Architect: Lead the design and architecture of scalable and secure software systems that meet business requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into technical specifications. Evaluate and recommend appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools based on project requirements, industry best practices, and emerging trends. Stay abreast of advancements in technology to guide strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular code reviews to ensure adherence to architectural guidelines, coding standards, and best practices.
• Provide guidance and feedback to development teams to improve code quality and maintainability.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for architectural designs, codebase, and deployment processes.
• Work closely with project managers, software developers, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment of technical solutions with project timelines and objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address technical challenges and provide solutions.
• Identify and address potential technical risks and challenges in project planning and execution.
• Propose and implement solutions to mitigate risks and ensure project success.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering (any field), or related, and 8 years of progressively post-baccalaureate experience in Software Engineering and Product Development or related.
• Alternatively, a Master's degree or equivalent in the above-stated fields and 6 years of experience in the above-stated occupations.
• Additionally, all candidates must possess experience with product development or maintenance (such as Firmware or Embedded or System, or Application software), and architecting or designing a large-scale enterprise software or product in any one of the below industries: Storage Computing; Manufacturing products (e.g., Heavy Machinery, Automotive, Factory automation); or Medical Devices and Healthcare.
• Position is based out of our HQ, in Boulder, CO, and may require relocation to various unanticipated locations in the US. Telecommuting permitted with manager approval.

Skills

• Software architecture
• Code reviews
• Documentation
• Stakeholder collaboration
• Technology evaluation
• Risk mitigation