Senior Software Architect (Azure, .Net, Fintech)

ZipRecruiter; Nashville (TN); Remote; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company is seeking a Senior Software Architect to lead architectural strategy and drive platform evolution in a modern Azure environment. This remote position requires 8+ years of software development experience and expertise in microservices and cloud platforms. The role offers competitive hourly compensation between $75 and $90, with mandatory quarterly travel to Nashville, TN for strategic planning sessions.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Qualifications

• 8+ years of software development experience, 3+ in architecture.
• Expertise in distributed systems, microservices, cloud-platforms.
• Strong database design experience (SQL Server, Cosmos DB).
• Excellent communication and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural strategy and long-term technical roadmap.
• Design scalable, secure, distributed systems and build POCs.
• Mentor senior engineers and lead architecture reviews.
• Collaborate with product, design, business, and third-party teams.

Skills

C#

.NET Core

React.js

TypeScript

Azure

Docker

DevOps practices

API design

GraphQL

event-driven architecture

SSO systems (SAML, OAuth 2.0)

Job description

Job Description

Position: Senior Software Architect (Azure/.Net/Fintech)

Location: 100% Remote – U.S. only (CST/EST) + Required quarterly travel to Nashville, TN

12+ Month - Contract To Hire

Hourly Pay Range: $75/hr - $90/hr (+- depending on experience) W2 candidates- (eligible for benefits after 60 days)

Target Salary: $155K–$180K (+- depending on experience)

Work Auth: Must be eligible to work on a W2 without requiring sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits: This job may be eligible for medical, dental, vision and 401(k).

About the Role:

New initiative with a fast-scaling fintech platform, transforming how financial wellness benefits are delivered across banks & credit unions. They are looking for a Senior Software Architect to lead architectural strategy and platform evolution across a modern Azure-based environment. This is a Remote role for candidates in CST or EST time zones residing in the USA, with travel to Nashville, TN once per quarter for strategic planning sessions.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead architectural strategy and long-term technical roadmap
2. Design scalable, secure, distributed systems and build POCs
3. Drive platform modernization and migration initiatives
4. Own backend API strategy and fintech/banking integrations
5. Mentor senior engineers and lead architecture reviews
6. Establish engineering best practices and technical guidelines
7. Collaborate with product, design, business, and third-party teams
8. Research emerging technologies and architectural patterns
9. Maintain architectural documentation and coding standards
10. Contribute to a fast-paced, agile engineering culture
11. Quarterly travel to Nashville HQ for strategic planning

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of software development experience, 3+ in architecture
• Expertise in distributed systems, microservices, cloud-platforms
• Advanced skills in C#, .NET Core, React.js, TypeScript
• Extensive experience with Azure, Docker, and DevOps practices
• Strong database design experience (SQL Server, Cosmos DB)
• Proven leadership in high-scale, high-availability environments
• Experience with API design, GraphQL, event-driven architecture
• Deep knowledge of SSO systems (SAML, OAuth 2.0)
• Excellent communication and remote collaboration skills
• Track record of mentoring senior engineers and leading initiatives

Bonus: Startup or fast-paced team experience

Bonus: Background in financial products

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.