Platform Architect

Lorven Technologies Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech firm in California is seeking a Developer Platform Architect responsible for designing and developing architectures for their development platform. This role will involve creating a robust developer ecosystem and leading technical direction. Candidates must have strong experience with AWS Cloud services, knowledge of multi-tenant environments, and proficiency in API development. Familiarity with CI/CD tools and programming languages such as TypeScript is essential. Excellent communication skills are also required for collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with AWS Cloud services is crucial.
• Knowledge of multi-tenant cloud environments is required.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools like GitLab CI and Jenkins is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop architecture for Developer Experience workflows.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to align system designs with software requirements.
• Lead technical direction and resolve issues in development teams.

Skills

AWS Cloud services

Multi-tenant cloud environments

Developer portals design

Backstage

Kubernetes

CI/CD pipelines

RESTful APIs

TypeScript

SAFe/Agile methodologies

Tools

GitLab CI

Jenkins

ArgoCD

Docker

Job description

Overview

The Developer Platform Architect will be responsible for designing and developing the architecture for the Converix Development Platform. This role focuses on creating a robust developer ecosystem that includes a developer portal, multi-tenant cloud platform, virtual test environments, Aerospace/Avionics, and seamless integration with ground and airside systems. The architect will lead technical direction, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure that the architecture meets product and system requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop architecture for Developer Experience workflows
• Design and develop architecture for Integration with ground operations
• Drive architecture and design for multi-tenant cloud environments, including developer flows, document/content management, and virtual test environments
• Act as a technical leader to resolve issues, improve processes, and guide development teams
• Collaborate with engineering and architecture teams to ensure system designs align with software requirements
• Architect solutions using AWS Cloud and open-source frameworks such as Backstage, Port, Cortex, and Cycloid
• Break down architecture into development tasks, review deliverables, and resolve design blockers

Skill Requirements

• Strong experience with AWS Cloud services
• Knowledge of multi-tenant cloud environments and virtualization
• Experience designing developer portals and service catalogs
• Familiarity with frameworks like Backstage, Port, Cortex, and Cycloid

CI/CD Integration

• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI, Jenkins, ArgoCD)

API Development

• Proficiency in RESTful and GraphQL APIs for integration

Containerization & Orchestration

• Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and container-based solutions

Programming Skills

• Front-end and back-end development (TypeScript, React)
• Experience designing simulators and virtual CI environments

Agile Methodologies

• Strong understanding of SAFe/Agile development processes

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership abilities