Application Modernization Architect (RapidScale)

CRS RapidScale, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as needed

Health benefits (medical, dental, vision)

Retirement planning (401(k))

Job summary

CRS RapidScale, Inc. is seeking an Application Modernization Architect to lead cloud-native development and software modernization initiatives. This role involves transforming legacy portfolios into modern solutions and guiding teams in best practices.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in cloud-native architecture and client engagement, with opportunities to drive innovation and technical excellence.

We offer extensive benefits, including flexible vacation and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 6 years of experience, or Master’s degree and 4 years, or Ph.D. and 1 year.
• 5+ years working as an architect in cloud-native and modernization initiatives.
• Strong client-facing communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess legacy application portfolios and develop technical roadmaps.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into solutions.
• Conduct technical discovery and strategy workshops.

Skills

Cloud-native architecture

Microservices

AWS

Kubernetes

Client-facing communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree related field or equivalent experience

Tools

AWS

Azure

Docker

Job description

Overview

The Application Modernization Architect, a leader in RapidScale’s Consulting & Professional Services, advises clients on cloud‑native development and software modernization. As an advisory role, the architect transforms legacy portfolios into modern, scalable, secure solutions and guides teams in implementing best practices.

Responsibilities

• Assess legacy application portfolios, identify modernization opportunities, and develop technical roadmaps.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and cost‑effective software solutions.
• Conduct technical discovery and strategy workshops to define modernization approaches and guide solution design (microservices, cloud‑native architecture, DevOps, CI/CD).
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor and subject‑matter expert on cloud technologies, ensuring alignment with client objectives.
• Work with internal stakeholders to define scope, develop cost estimates and labor projections, and prepare SOWs, product pricing, and RFP/RFI responses.
• Design reference architectures, solution patterns, and migration frameworks that balance cost, maintainability, security, and performance.
• Architect full‑stack solutions that deliver measurable business value and empower teams to adopt modern delivery practices.
• Provide hands‑on development leadership, coding alongside teams when needed.
• Act as a thought leader by speaking at industry events, publishing white papers, and contributing to case studies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 6 years of experience,orMaster’s degree and 4 years,orPh.D. and 1 year,or10 years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years working as an architect in cloud‑native and modernization initiatives.
• Hands‑on expertise with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Expertise in software architecture patterns (microservices, monolithic refactoring, event‑driven architecture, serverless computing).
• Experience with containerization & orchestration technologies (Kubernetes, Docker, OpenShift).
• Hands‑on experience with application modernization initiatives from inception to production.
• Strong client‑facing communication skills, with experience delivering technical presentations and engaging with business/technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with agentic software modernization methods and best practices.
• Experience with AI‑assisted coding tools (GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, Kiro OpenCode, or equivalent).
• Professional services or consulting experience, including direct client delivery.
• Experience working with global or distributed engineering teams.

Benefits

• Flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as needed.
• Seven paid holidays per year.
• Up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually.
• Additional paid time off (bereavement leave, voting leave, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, parental leave).
• Health benefits (medical, dental, vision).
• Retirement planning (401(k)).
• Paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, PTO).

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cox Communications is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability.