Senior Software Architect

Job Description

The Senior Software Architect (SSA) guides architectural decision for a single POD, working and leading other architects to help design and build the underlying architecture of the components that make up isolved. The successful candidate has the ability to think about and design systems at a higher level, seeing the whole picture. The SSA must have strong skills in developing reusable components and patterns, and an understanding of various hosting models, distributed system paradigms, and failure modes. Must also understand different architectural patterns, and when they are useful and when they should be avoided.

Core Job Duties

• Design complex systems.
• Provide a high level of technical knowledge and expertise across multiple projects or departments.
• Assist in the execution of architectural projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
• Work closely with other architects, developers, and stakeholders to ensure cohesive and integrated solutions.
• Work with leadership to establish and promote architectural standards, guidelines, and best practices across projects.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and industry trends and integration of relevant innovations into the organization's architectural practices.
• Obtain relevant certifications
• Mentor and guide junior architects and other team members to develop their skills and advance their careers.

Job Complexity

Broad expertise or unique knowledge; contributes to development of company objectives and principles and achieves goals in creative and effective ways. Sought out for functional knowledge and guidance. Anticipates issues and makes considered decisions to avoid them. Barriers to entry such as technical committee review exist at this level.

Interaction

Works on significant and unique issues where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangibles. Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Creates formal networks involving coordination among groups.

Supervision

Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new or special assignments. May supervise the activities of others.

Experience

Typically requires a minimum of 12 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 8 years and a Master's degree; or equivalent experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems or related field.
• 8+ years of experience developing we applications.
• 2+ years' experience developing cloud native applications.
• Strong communication skills with ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently to research and solve complex problems.
• Strong skills with:
  • Azure
  • Microservice Architecture
  • C#
  • SQL
  • Unit Testing
  • .NET
• Experience with:
  • NET / ASP.NET Core WebAPI
  • Javascript
  • SOLID principles
  • Experience with the following a plus:
  • Knockout
  • Azure CosmosDB or other NoSQL database
  • Pub/Sub and asynchronous messaging
  • Docker
  • MVVM

Physical Demands

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds.
Travel Required

Yes, up to 15% domestic travel may be required.

Work Authorization

Employee must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
FLSA Classification

Exempt

Location

Any
About isolved

isolved is a leading provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions that combines modern technology with expert services and support. Purpose-built for People Heroes™, isolved gives HR, payroll and benefits leaders the tools and insights to streamline operations and deliver employee experiences that matter. isolved People Cloud™ is a connected HCM platform with built-in artificial intelligence (AI) and analytics that brings together HR, payroll, benefits, workforce management and talent management in one experience. Built on a legacy of 40 years in the market, isolved is trusted by more than 200,000 employers and used by 9 million U.S. employees, representing about one in 20 American workers. Visit

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