Lead Software Engineer / Head of Software Architecture

Calliere Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation including salary and equity

Ongoing education budget and support

Creative workplace culture

Job summary

A dynamic technology firm in Toronto seeks a Lead Software Engineer / Head of Software Architecture to pioneer the design of core systems with a focus on AI integration and architectural scalability. The role involves mentoring, developing technical roadmaps, and hands-on prototyping while leading advancements in DevOps practices. Ideal candidates have over 10 years of experience, strong expertise in cloud-native design, and modern programming skills.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of software development experience, including 3 years in a leadership role.
• Expertise in designing cloud-native architectures.
• Proficient in modern programming languages like Go, Python, or TypeScript.

Responsibilities

• Design and build scalable, distributed backend architectures.
• Lead the development of AI and machine learning features.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve system performance issues.

Skills

Cloud-native architecture design

AI/ML model deployment

Microservices orchestration

Security best practices

Leadership and collaboration

Modern programming languages (Go, Python, TypeScript)

Tools

AWS

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Lead Software Engineer / Head of Software Architecture

Lead Software Engineer / Head of Software Architecture

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We are seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer or Head of Software Architecture to pioneer the design and enhancement of our foundational technology platforms. Based in Ontario, this senior leadership role reports directly to the CTO and will influence the design and implementation of our core systems, with a key focus on AI integration, architectural scalability, and robust infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and build scalable, distributed backend architectures to support an expanding range of products.
  

• Spearhead the development and rollout of AI and machine learning features that enrich our tools and user experience.
  

• Develop and align technical roadmaps that harmonize engineering efforts with overall business objectives.
  

• Provide mentorship and guidance on architectural standards, design patterns, and engineering best practices.
  

• Engage hands-on in building prototypes and critical system components.
  

• Lead advancements in DevOps practices, system observability, and reliability engineering.
  

• Collaborate effectively across teams including data science, product management, and engineering functions.
  

• Detect and resolve challenges related to system performance, scalability, and availability.
  

• Maintain and evolve frameworks that enforce security, compliance, and privacy principles by design.
  

• Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement, technical excellence, and knowledge sharing.
  

  
  
  
  

Requirements

• Over 10 years of software development experience, with at least 3 years in a principal or architectural leadership role.
  

• Demonstrated expertise in designing cloud-native, scalable architectures using platforms such as AWS, GCP, or equivalent.
  

• Strong grasp of system design concepts, including event-driven systems and microservices orchestration.
  

• Proven experience in deploying and maintaining AI/ML models and AI-driven systems at an enterprise scale.
  

• Proficient in modern programming languages such as Go, Python, or TypeScript.
  

• Familiar with containerization and orchestration technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
  

• Deep commitment to security best practices and incorporating security into system design.
  

• Collaborative mindset with strong leadership and influence skills.
  

• Exceptional communication abilities, capable of simplifying complex technical issues into actionable solutions.
  

What We Provide

• A strategic leadership role with significant influence in a dynamic live-services gaming company.
  

• Competitive compensation including salary and equity tailored to experience and responsibilities.
  

• Budget and support for ongoing education focused on AI, emerging technologies, and professional growth.
  

• An open, creative workplace culture that encourages accountability and innovation.
  

  
  
  
  

Benefits

* 2 days onsite in downtown Toronto.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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