Software Architect

AMCS Group; Philippines; Hybrid; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working options

Career development and learning

Global collaboration and exposure

Wellness and support programs

Sustainable future impact

Job summary

AMCS is seeking a highly skilled Software Architect to join the Architecture team. You will design and shape a cloud-based platform, leveraging the Microsoft stack and cloud offerings to deliver scalable, secure, enterprise solutions.

You will collaborate with Product, Engineering and DevOps to define roadmaps, enforce standards, and drive architectural decisions that impact performance and compliance across the platform.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of development experience.
• 3+ years in Software or Solution Architecture role.
• Strong cloud-native architectures and distributed systems.
• Experience with SDLC including DDD, TDD, CI/CD.
• Exposure to microservices, event-driven architecture and Kafka.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft stack (.NET, Web Api, Azure).
• Familiar with Azure, GCP offerings and container tech (Kubernetes, Docker).
• Good communication, documentation and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Define Product Roadmap with Product and Engineering Management and designs.
• Lead secure, cost-efficient, reliable, scalable cloud platform implementation.
• Define and maintain software architecture standards and best practices.
• Lead design and implementation of scalable, secure software solutions.
• Communicate NFRs and designs clearly in formal and informal settings.
• Identify and reduce strategic technical debt.
• Collaborate with dev teams to align with architectural goals.
• Evaluate tools, technologies and processes to ensure quality.
• Provide technical direction and mentoring to teams.
• Contribute to core platform packages and templates.
• Stay updated on tech advances to improve the platform.
• Partner with Architecture, DevOps and Platform Engineering to automate deployments and governance.
• Ensure data security, privacy, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Software Architecture

Cloud-native

Microsoft stack

Azure

DevOps

Security

Leadership

Communication

CI/CD

DDD/TDD

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Azure DevOps

Kubernetes

Docker

Cosmos DB

Azure SQL

App Insights

Key Vault

GKE

Postgres

Angular

React

Kafka

Job description

Who We Are

At AMCS, sustainability means business — and careers that create impact. From our roots in Ireland to our teams across Europe, North America and Australasia, we are bringing together ambitious people to help reshape the industries that sustain our world.

What We Build

We build intelligent, cloud-based SaaS solutions that turn complex operations into smarter, more sustainable performance. Powered by AI, data and deep industry expertise, our technology helps customers optimize routes, manage recycling, improve compliance, unlock insight and move faster toward a more efficient, circular future.

Why Join AMCS

Join AMCS and be part of a global team where purpose meets performance. Here, you can grow your career, challenge what's possible and work on technology that makes a measurable difference — for our customers, our communities and the planet

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Architect to join our Architecture team. This is an opportunity to contribute to the design and architecture of our cloud-based platform using the latest technology advancements and methodologies. You will work closely with cross BU Engineering and Product teams to ensure implementation aligns with architectural designs to deliver enterprise solutions to our customers at scale. An appreciation for Technological risks and articulation of Non-functional requirements is required. Excellent communication and teamwork skills are expected alongside a strong work ethic and a can-do attitude.

You will have strong experience with the Microsoft Tech Stack and associated infrastructure and how it applies to DevOps and Security. You will have a keen interest in doing things the right way and for taking on new challenges.

While this role primarily involves Solution Architecture, it is expected that the candidate also has strong development skills and can help deliver on some core Platform offerings.

The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Microsoft technologies and familiarity with other Cloud Platform offerings. As a Software Architect, you will participate in architectural and key decision-making forums regarding choice of technologies, design approaches and Product roadmap. You will maintain a strong focus on the reliability, performance and security of our platform centred around a positive customer experience.

What You Will Do

• Work with Product and Engineering Management to define the Product Roadmap and associated designs / technical enablers.
• Facilitate implementation of a cloud-based platform that is secure, cost efficient, reliable, performant & scalable.
• Define and maintain software architecture standards and best practices.
• Lead the design and implementation of scalable and secure software solutions
• Communicate NFR's and designs effectively both formally and verbally.
• Identify and help to reduce any Strategic Technical Debt.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure alignment with architectural goals and solution designs.
• Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and processes to ensure the highest quality products for our platform.
• Provide technical direction and mentoring to development teams.
• Actively contribute to the development of core platform packages/template projects.
• Keep abreast of the latest technological advancements that will help us to continuously improve our platform offering.
• Partner with Architecture, DevOps and Platform Engineering teams to automate deployments, enforce governance, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Ensure data security, privacy, and compliance with all applicable policies and standards.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or a related field or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 8 years development experience.
• 3+ years of experience working in a Software, Technical or Solution Architecture role.
• Strong understanding of cloud-native architectures and design patterns.
• Exposure to design/build of reliable distributed enterprise systems capable of scaling to serve high volumes of traffic.
• High attention to detail and willingness to take on complex technical challenges.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft stack - .Net (c#), Web Api, Azure Services (inclu. Cosmos, Azure Sql, App Insights, Key Vault, AFD, etc.), Azure Devops, etc.
• Familiarity with GCP offerings such as GKE, Postgres, and Cloud Functions.
• Experience/Knowledge of JavaScript/Typescript Frameworks such as Angular and React.
• Full understanding of the SDLC, with experience working with DDD, TDD, CI/CD.
• Experience in Event Driven Architecture, Microservices, Kafka.
• Exposure to Container Technology (Kubernetes, Docker, etc.)
• Microsoft Azure / .Net certification an advantage.
• Use of Co-Pilot/Other for AI design & coding efficiency gains.
• A keen interest in AI technologies and tooling and how they can be leveraged by teams to accelerate Delivery and value to the business and our customers.
• Intellectual curiosity and learning ability.
• Excellent communication, documentation, design and stakeholder management skills.

What We Offer

• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Career development and learning opportunities
• Global collaboration and exposure
• Employee wellness and support programs
• The opportunity to help build a more sustainable future

Ready to Make an Impact

At AMCS, your work helps businesses operate more efficiently while contributing to a more sustainable future. If you are passionate about technology, innovation, and creating solutions that matter, we would love to hear from you.