Developer Platform Architect

Title: Developer Platform Architect (Don't send Cloud Architect Resumes)

Location: Irvine, California

Salary: 120 K for FTE

Experience: 10 to 13 years

The Developer Platform Architect will be responsible for designing and developing the architecture for the Converix Development Platform. This role focuses on creating a robust developer ecosystem that includes a developer portal, multi-tenant cloud platform, virtual test environments, and seamless integration with ground and airside systems. The architect will lead technical direction, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure that the architecture meets product and system requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and develop architecture for:

• Developer Portal
• Developer Experience workflows
• Multi-Tenant Cloud Portal
• Virtual Test Environment
• Integration with ground operations.
• Drive architecture and design for multi-tenant cloud environments, including developer flows, document/content management, and virtual test environments.
• Act as a technical leader to resolve issues, improve processes, and guide development teams.
• Collaborate with engineering and architecture teams to ensure system designs align with software requirements.
• Architect solutions using AWS Cloud and open-source frameworks such as Backstage, Port, Cortex, and Cycloid.
• Break down architecture into development tasks, review deliverables, and resolve design blockers.

Skill Requirements:

Cloud Architecture:

• Strong experience with AWS Cloud services.
• Knowledge of multi-tenant cloud environments and virtualization.

Developer Platform Expertise:

• Experience designing developer portals and service catalogs.
• Familiarity with frameworks like Backstage, Port, Cortex, and Cycloid.

CI/CD Integration:

• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI, Jenkins, ArgoCD).

API Development:

• Proficiency in RESTful and GraphQL APIs for integration.

Containerization & Orchestration:

• Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and container-based solutions.

Programming Skills:

• Front-end and back-end development (TypeScript, React).

Virtual Test Environments:

• Experience designing simulators and virtual CI environments.

Agile Methodologies:

• Strong understanding of SAFe/Agile development processes.

Qualification:

• Bachelors/Masters in Computers