Chief Software Architect

National IT &; Islamabad; On-site; PKR 2,900,000 - 5,600,000; Full time

Job summary

National IT & Enterprise Digital Systems is seeking a Chief Software Architect to lead the technical design of distributed microservices and multi-region cloud infrastructures. The role involves guiding teams, setting coding standards, and shaping enterprise platforms.

The candidate should have 10–12 years of hands-on software development experience, including at least 4 years in a Software Architect role, with a strong background in distributed systems and cloud strategies.

Qualifications

• Master's or BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Information Technology with 16 years education from an HEC recognized university.
• Prescribed Experience & Eligibility Criteria Minimum 10 to 12 years of hands-on software development experience with at least 04 years as Software Architect

Responsibilities

• Architect fault-tolerant microservices, define cloud deployment strategies on Kubernetes, review technical RFCs, establish engineering coding standards, and guide technical teams.

Skills

Microservices architecture

Kubernetes cloud deployment

Leadership

English proficiency

Education

Master's or BS in CS/SE/IT

Job description

Official recruitment notification, eligibility criteria, pay scale (Principal Executive / C-Suite Tech), quota allocation, and written screening test syllabus for CHIEF SOFTWARE ARCHITECT in the National IT & Enterprise Digital Systems.

Job Specifications & Posting Details

Case Number NITS-ARCH-2026-10

Department / Ministry National IT & Enterprise Digital Systems

Total Positions 1 Post

Job Type / Status Full Time / Permanent

Place of Posting Islamabad

Age Limit 32 - 50 years

Estimated Base Salary Package Market Competitive Package / Standard Pay Scale

Posting Date October 25, 2026

Apply Before November 15, 2026

Open Merit

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

Educational Qualification Master's or BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Information Technology with 16 years education from an HEC recognized university

Prescribed Experience & Eligibility Criteria Minimum 10 to 12 years of hands-on software development experience with at least 04 years as Software Architect

Job Description & Position Overview

National IT enterprise seeks Chief Software Architect to lead the technical design of distributed microservices, multi-region cloud infrastructures, and high-throughput enterprise platforms.

• Architect fault-tolerant microservices, define cloud deployment strategies on Kubernetes, review technical RFCs, establish engineering coding standards, and guide technical teams.

100 MCQs screening test comprising domain specialization, administrative governance, and English analytics.

A high-growth corporate technology enterprise delivering mission-critical digital transformation, fintech platforms, and scalable cloud applications.