Senior Software Architect

About the Role

Our client is looking for an innovative and experienced Senior Software Architect to lead the technical vision for their product development from a fully remote capacity, with an initial orientation in Wolverhampton . This role is pivotal in defining the architectural direction, ensuring technical excellence, and driving the adoption of best practices across engineering teams. You will be responsible for designing scalable, resilient, and maintainable software systems that meet current and future business needs. This is an exceptional opportunity to influence technology strategy and mentor engineers in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and document high-level software architecture and technical strategy for new and existing systems.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools to meet project requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Ensure architectural designs are scalable, secure, and cost-effective.
• Identify and address technical debt and architectural risks proactively.
• Collaborate with product management and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in software development, with a significant focus on software architecture.
• Proven experience designing complex, distributed systems and microservices architectures.
• Expertise in multiple programming languages and paradigms (e.g., Object-Oriented Programming , Functional Programming ).
• Deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS , Azure , GCP ) and containerization technologies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and strategic thinking skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and significant bonus potential.
• Fully remote working arrangement with flexible hours.
• Premium health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous professional development budget for continuous learning.
• A culture that fosters innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.