Senior Software Architect: Build Scalable, Secure Systems

Sunward; Albuquerque (NM); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunward is seeking a Software Architect-Senior to independently lead architectural planning and drive scalable, secure, and maintainable technical solutions. You will collaborate with engineers, product owners, and cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into robust architectures with autonomy across the lifecycle.

The role requires deep knowledge of design patterns, SDLC, DevSecOps, cloud platforms, and system dependencies, with mentorship responsibilities for junior architects

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of directly relevant software architecture experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in CS, databases, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Leads architectural planning and drives high-quality technical solutions.
• Evaluates tools, frameworks, and technologies for new and existing solutions; guides technology selection.
• Produces architectural documentation and design specifications; sets documentation standards.

Skills

Software architecture

Cloud platforms

CI/CD

Security

Education

Bachelor’s degree or certification in CS/related field

Tools

UML

C4

REST APIs

Job description

Sunward is seeking a Software Architect-Senior to independently lead architectural planning and drive scalable, secure, and maintainable technical solutions. You will collaborate with engineers, product owners, and cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into robust architectures with autonomy across the lifecycle.

The role requires deep knowledge of design patterns, SDLC, DevSecOps, cloud platforms, and system dependencies, with mentorship responsibilities for junior architects