Staff Software Development Engineer

Microland; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 15,00,000 - 25,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Bengaluru seeks an experienced Architect to define the technical architecture vision across the organization. The ideal candidate will possess expert-level proficiency in full-stack development, especially in React, cloud-native design, and security principles. This position entails leading architectural decisions, mentoring teams, and ensuring adherence to architectural standards. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Expert-level proficiency in distributed systems and architectural patterns.
• Deep knowledge of security principles.
• Experience with both SQL and NoSQL database architectures.

Responsibilities

• Define and evolve the overall technical architecture vision.
• Lead architectural decision-making processes.
• Ensure adherence to architectural principles and security standards.

Skills

Full-Stack Development

React expert-level proficiency

Backend languages proficiency

Database design and optimization

Cloud-native design patterns

Security principles

Technical leadership

Job description

Required Technical Skills

• Full-Stack Development
• Expert-level proficiency in React and modern JavaScript/TypeScript with comprehensive understanding of frontend architecture patterns
• Experience with React ecosystem frameworks (Next.js, Remix, Vite) and micro-frontend architectures
• Advanced understanding of state management, component architecture, performance optimization, and cross-platform compatibility
• Expert proficiency in multiple backend languages: Python, Go, C#, or Rust with architectural considerations
• Deep experience with web frameworks and their architectural implications: FastAPI/Django (Python), Gin/Echo (Go), ASP.NET (C#), Actix/Axum (Rust)
• Advanced understanding of API design principles, GraphQL federation, and microservices communication patterns
• Knowledge of modern CSS frameworks, responsive design principles, and progressive web applications

System Design & Architecture

• Expert-level proficiency in distributed systems design, microservices architecture, and enterprise integration patterns
• Advanced knowledge of system scalability, performance optimization, and fault tolerance principles
• Experience with event-driven architectures, CQRS, and domain-driven design patterns
• Proficiency in creating technical specifications, architectural diagrams, and system blueprints
• Strong problem-solving skills with ability to analyze complex technical challenges
• Experience with technology evaluation, vendor assessment, and strategic planning
• Understanding of business requirements and ability to align technical solutions with business goals
• Deep Knowledge of software development lifecycle, project management, and delivery methodologies

Database & Data Architecture

• Expert-level skills in database design, modeling, optimization, and architectural patterns
• Experience with both SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis, Cassandra) database architectures
• Knowledge of data consistency models, ACID properties, CAP theorem, and distributed database design
• Experience with data warehousing, ETL pipelines, and big data architectures

Cloud & Infrastructure Architecture

• Advanced experience with multi-cloud architectures (AWS, GCP, Azure) and cloud-native design patterns
• Expert knowledge of containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes) for enterprise deployments
• Proficiency with infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation) and GitOps practices
• Experience with service mesh, API gateways, and cloud security architectures

Security & Compliance

• Deep understanding of security principles, threat modeling, and secure coding practices
• Experience with identity management, OAuth2/OIDC, zero-trust architectures, and security frameworks
• Knowledge of compliance requirements (SOC2, GDPR, HIPAA) and their architectural implications
• Proficiency in security assessment tools and vulnerability management

Key Responsibilities

Architectural Leadership & Strategy

• Define and evolve the overall technical architecture vision and strategy across the organization
• Lead architectural decision-making processes and establish enterprise-wide technical standards
• Conduct architectural reviews, risk assessments, and technology evaluations
• Create and maintain comprehensive architectural documentation and design guidelines

System Design & Innovation

• Design complex, distributed systems and microservices architectures that scale efficiently
• Evaluate and recommend technology stacks, frameworks, and architectural patterns for optimal business outcomes
• Lead proof-of-concept development for emerging technologies and architectural approaches
• Establish integration patterns and API design standards across multiple systems

Technical Leadership & Mentorship

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams across multiple projects
• Conduct code reviews, architectural assessments, and technical training sessions
• Guide senior developers in complex technical decision-making and problem-solving
• Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous learning
• Exceptional technical communication skills with ability to present to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong leadership capabilities with experience mentoring senior developers and technical teams
• Proven ability to influence technical decisions across multiple teams and stakeholders
• Experience in agile methodologies and cross-functional team collaboration

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with stakeholders, product managers, and business leaders to translate requirements into technical solutions
• Work closely with DevOps and infrastructure teams to ensure optimal deployment and operational strategies
• Partner with security teams to implement robust security architectures and compliance measures
• Coordinate with other architects to ensure consistency across the technical landscape

Quality Assurance & Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to architectural principles, security standards, and performance requirements
• Identify and mitigate technical risks, architectural debt, and system vulnerabilities
• Establish monitoring, observability, and reliability engineering practices
• Lead incident response for complex architectural issues and system failures

Framework & Tool Standardization

• Research, evaluate, and recommend development frameworks, tools, and platforms
• Create and maintain technology roadmaps and modernization strategies
• Establish development guidelines, coding standards, and best practices across teams
• Drive adoption of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools