Application Architect

AVA Consulting is seeking an Application Architect

Location: Plano, TX

U.S. Citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S. are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time.

Company Background: Our client, a major employer in the area, is looking for an Application Architect to be part of its team in its North American operations.

Job Description:

• You will be responsible for designing and implementing full-stack applications, APIs, containerized services, and leveraging AWS services, with a key focus on driving reusable software components, and building platforms. You will collaborate closely with product stakeholders, architects, and engineering teams to transform high-level architectural requirements into actionable, technical solutions.
  This role is ideal for an experienced full-stack developer with strong modern cloud native distribution application development, AWS expertise, and a desire to lead by example through hands-on coding, technical mentorship, and independent problem-solving.

Responsibilities:

• Hands-on Development: Lead the design, development, and deployment of full-stack applications with a strong focus on event driven microservices using cloud-native technologies.
• Coding and Architecture: Implement simple, readable, well designed software components, adhering to best coding practices in one or more languages.
• Framework & platform development: Implement reusable and scalable software framework and platforms. Own the development process from high-level requirements to post deployment activities. Build documentation for reusable components/platforms
• Containerization and Cloud Deployment: Drive the use of container technologies and orchestrate services on AWS infrastructure, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Collaboration: Partner with solutions architects, product owners, and domain experts to turn high-level business needs into detailed, actionable technical specifications and implementation plans.
• Troubleshooting and Debugging: Independently troubleshoot, debug, and optimize code to ensure high availability and performance. Investigate and resolve complex software issues, providing support to the operations team.
• Documentation: Create and maintain high-quality technical documentation that supports the development process, including architecture decision records, design specs, system architecture diagrams, and reusable patterns.
• Non-functional Requirements: Ensure that all developed software meets non-functional requirements such as security, scalability, maintainability, performance, and compliance with industry standards.

What we're looking for:

• 10+ years of experience in software engineering, preferably with a software engineer background with a proven track record of consistently delivering high impact software products in a timely manner.
• 3+ years of experience as an Application or Solutions architect delivering enterprise solutions at scale using modern cloud native technologies (AWS preferred).
• Proven experience in hands-on coding with one or more languages: Java, JavaScript, Python, or C#. Expertise in developing and deploying applications using microservices architecture, container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud platforms (AWS preferred). Track record of including automated testing throughout the life cycle.
• Experience implementing reusable software components, and shared libraries for enterprise-wide use in one or more languages like Java, C#, JavaScript, and Python is a must.
• Proven experience designing & architecting enterprise scale transactional systems following microservice, event driven architecture style. Good understanding of InfoSec, and DevSecOps principles using AWS technologies is a must. Relevant certifications, such as AWS Solutions Architect Associate, are highly desirable.
• AWS Expertise: Good understanding of AWS services, including EKS, Lambda, S3, API Gateway, DynamoDB, and other cloud-native technologies. AWS certifications, such as AWS Solutions Architect Associate or Developer, are a strong plus.
• Experience with Containers and CI/CD Pipelines: Proven ability to design, build, and manage containerized applications using Kubernetes (Amazon EKS). Familiarity with modern CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Independent Worker and Team Player: Ability to work independently to drive complex technical projects to completion, as well as collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Bachelors Degree required

NOTE: Interested Candidates can apply by sending their Updated Resume and Contact Details.

Ron Tolson

AVA Consulting

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