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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Technical Architect to join our technology team. As a Senior Technical Architect at [Company Name], you will be a key player in designing and implementing innovative and scalable technical solutions. Your expertise in software architecture, system design, and technology evaluation will be pivotal in guiding our development teams and driving the success of our projects. As a senior member of our organization, you will collaborate closely with stakeholders, product managers, and development teams, providing technical leadership and ensuring alignment with our company's long-term goals and technical vision.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of end-to-end technical solutions, taking into account business requirements, scalability, performance, and security considerations.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, ensuring adherence to architectural standards and best practices.
• Conduct architecture assessments, identify potential risks, and propose mitigation strategies to ensure successful project delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical roadmaps, ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry trends.
• Evaluate and recommend technology stacks, frameworks, and tools that align with our technical strategy and meet project requirements.
• Define and maintain architectural principles, standards, and guidelines, promoting consistency and quality across projects.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and trends, continuously refining and enhancing our technical capabilities.
• Review and approve system designs and technical documentation, ensuring clarity and completeness.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and optimization to enhance the efficiency of our development practices.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with data architecture and database design in both relational and NoSQL databases.
• Knowledge of enterprise integration patterns and technologies (e.g., ESB, ETL, REST, SOAP).
• Previous experience in leading or managing technical teams.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools for continuous integration and continuous deployment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. A relevant Master's degree is a plus.
• Proven experience as a Technical Architect, with a minimum of [X] years of experience in software development and architecture design.
• Strong proficiency in designing and implementing complex software systems and architectures.
• In-depth knowledge of software design patterns, architecture styles, and software development methodologies.
• Extensive experience with multiple programming languages and technologies, with expertise in at least one major technology stack (e.g., Java, .NET, Python, etc.).
• Solid understanding of cloud-based technologies and architecture patterns, preferably in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with microservices architecture, containerization (e.g., Docker), and container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex technical projects on time and within scope.