Director - Software Architect

We’re seeking a forward-thinking Software Architect to lead the design and development of a scalable, cloud-native .NET application hosted in Microsoft Azure. This role blends deep technical expertise with strategic vision—guiding a talented development team, exploring emerging technologies, and aligning software architecture with business goals. You’ll champion best practices, mentor developers, and ensure delivery of high-quality, secure, and performant solutionsDirector - Software Architect

Key Responsibilities

• .NET & Azure Architecture
  Design and evolve robust, scalable, and maintainable software architectures using .NET technologies and Azure services (e.g., App Services, Azure Container Apps, Azure SQL, Key Vault, etc.).
• Technical Leadership
  Provide hands-on technical guidance across the full development lifecycle, ensuring adherence to best practices in coding, testing, deployment, and DevOps.
• Cloud-Native Design
  Architect solutions optimized for Azure, leveraging platform capabilities for scalability, security, and cost-efficiency.
• Innovation & Exploration
  Continuously evaluate emerging technologies and frameworks—especially within the Microsoft ecosystem—to enhance system capabilities and address evolving business needs.
• Solution Strategy
  Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions, balancing innovation with practicality.
• Team Mentorship
  Foster a culture of growth and collaboration by mentoring developers, encouraging knowledge sharing, and supporting career development.
• Code Quality & Review
  Conduct detailed code reviews to uphold high standards of quality, maintainability, and security. Provide actionable feedback and promote continuous improvement.
• Problem Solving & Risk Management
  Identify architectural risks and performance bottlenecks early. Propose and implement creative, scalable solutions to complex technical challenges.

 Qualifications

Technical Expertise

• Proven experience designing and building enterprise-grade applications using .NET Core / .NET 6
• Strong proficiency in C#, ASP.NET, .Net Aspire, WPF, and Entity Framework
• Deep understanding of Azure services, including:
  • Azure App Services
  • Azure Container Apps
  • Azure Functions
  • Azure SQL Database
  • Azure Key Vault
  • Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions
  • Azure Storage and Networking fundamentals

• Experience with microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and WebSocket’s
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (e.g., Bicep, ARM templates, Terraform), and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

Architectural & Strategic Thinking

• Demonstrated ability to design scalable, secure, and maintainable software architectures
• Experience conducting architectural reviews and producing technical documentation
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions

Leadership & Collaboration

• Prior experience mentoring developers and leading technical teams
• Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to foster a collaborative, transparent, and inclusive team culture

Education & Certifications (optional but valuable)

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Microsoft certifications such as:
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Azure Developer Associate
• .NET Developer certifications

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