Backend Architect - Node.js/Javascript

Responsibilities :

- Collaborate directly with customers to gather and analyze business and technical requirements.

- Translate client needs into comprehensive and scalable solution designs.

- Develop detailed architecture diagrams, technical specifications, and design documentation.

- Ensure that the architecture addresses performance, scalability, maintainability, and security considerations.

- Provide technical guidance to development teams throughout the implementation phase, including design reviews, code reviews, and even developing solutions as needed

- Ensure non-functional requirements (security, performance, maintainability, etc.) are met within the architectural design.

- Stay current with emerging technologies and advocate for their appropriate use in projects.

To be successful in this role, you should possess :

Education : Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience : Minimum of 8 years of experience in software development, including a minimum of 3 years in an architecture role.

- Strong experience required in : Node.js, JavaScript, TypeScript, AWS, and Solution Architecture.

- Strong knowledge of modern software architecture patterns (e.g., microservices, event-driven, serverless).

- Proficiency in developing and deploying native SaaS solutions in AWS

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong ability to engage with customers and stakeholders.

- Hands-on experience in Java is considered a PLUS

Preferred Qualifications :

- Experience managing distributed or remote development teams.

- Cloud architecture certification (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect).

- Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices.

- Prior experience in a customer-facing or consulting role.