Software Architect

About the Business LexisNexis Risk Solutions is the essential partner in the assessment of risk, providing solutions and decision tools that combine public and industry specific content with advanced technology and analytics to evaluate and predict risk. About the Team The team is a high‑performing Architecture and Engineering organization focused on building scalable, secure, and resilient technology solutions. It partners closely with Platform, Shared Services and cross‑functional architecture groups to align technical strategy with business priorities, while emphasizing innovation, governance and continuous improvement. About the Role Lead software architecture design and governance for complex, distributed systems. Define technical direction, establish standards, and ensure systems meet scalability, security and resilience requirements. Act as a liaison between Enterprise Architecture and Engineering teams, mentor development teams, and drive proactive system health, performance and cost efficiency. Responsibilities Lead architecture design and governance by defining and enforcing standards, patterns and best practices. Serve as a conduit between Enterprise Architects and Engineering/Development teams to ensure alignment with business goals. Partner with cross‑functional architects and technical teams to drive consistency and innovation across systems. Provide mentorship, training and technical guidance to support team development and delivery. Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions aligned to business needs. Lead resolution of complex technical issues by identifying root causes and coordinating resources. Translate technical findings into actionable solutions, including risk and impact assessments. Drive architecture evolution through design reviews and hands‑on technical leadership. Monitor system health, performance and cost trends; develop recommendations to address risks and inefficiencies. Identify opportunities to evolve reusable components into shared infrastructure or platform capabilities. Conduct ongoing research into industry trends and emerging technologies to enhance organizational capabilities. Foster collaboration, inclusivity and effective communication across teams and stakeholders. Support additional responsibilities as needed. Requirements Experience & Education 10+ years of experience in software, systems or network engineering. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent required; advanced degree preferred. Technical Skills Excellent foundation in programming, software development and database technologies. Expert‑level experience with Java/JEE and the Spring ecosystem (Spring Boot, REST APIs, Security, Cloud, Data). Designing large‑scale, distributed, cloud‑native microservices architectures. Deep understanding of object‑oriented design, design patterns, domain‑driven design and event‑driven systems. Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (MySQL, MongoDB, Azure Cosmos DB, AWS DynamoDB). Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms (AWS and/or Azure), containerisation (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes, Azure ACA, AWS ECS). Experience with DevOps practices and tools (Maven, CI/CD pipelines, GitHub, TDD, automated testing). Knowledge of observability tools such as OpenTelemetry and Grafana. Experience integrating AI into applications, familiarity with LLM concepts and AI‑assisted development workflows. Proficiency in Java, Python, C++ and web technologies (HTML). Professional Skills Proven project planning, prioritisation and change management across multiple teams and initiatives. Advanced problem‑solving skills with experience leading complex issue resolution efforts. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non‑technical stakeholders, including senior leadership. Advanced interpersonal and collaboration skills with the ability to influence and build relationships across teams. Demonstrated ability to research, evaluate and apply new technologies effectively. Compensation U.S. National Base Pay Range: $118,300 - $219,800. Geographic differentials may apply in some locations. This job is eligible for an annual incentive bonus. Equal Employment Opportunity We are an equal‑opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr LexisNexis Risk Solutions