Senior software developer

VAS-X; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

VAS-X is seeking a System Design & Architecture leader to drive the architectural design of large-scale systems and make high-level decisions ensuring scalability, security, and maintainability.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align architecture with business goals and lead the evolution of enterprise Java applications with strong emphasis on code quality, reviews, and modern development practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design of large-scale systems.
• Make high-level design decisions for scalability, security, and maintainability.
• Define and enforce architectural guidelines and coding standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align architecture with business goals.
• Design, develop, and optimize enterprise Java applications.
• Ensure code quality through rigorous reviews and best practices.
• Drive adoption of modern development frameworks and methodologies.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide scalable solutions.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and influence technology roadmaps.
• Define and implement automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment strategies.
• Oversee development, testing, and production environments.
• Implement security best practices and ensure compliance with standards.
• Maintain technical documentation and reporting to stakeholders.
• Mentor and lead junior developers and promote knowledge sharing.
• Interact with clients and stakeholders as a technical liaison.
• Drive continuous improvement and agile practices within the team.
• Enforce development standards and quality assurance processes.
• Advocate for clean code and software craftsmanship.

Skills

System design

Java development

Code reviews

CI/CD

Mentorship

Stakeholder engagement

Architecture reviews

Technical liaison

Performance optimization

Security best practices

Tools

Java

CI/CD pipelines

Unit testing frameworks

Job description

System Design & Architecture:

• Lead and drive the architectural design of large-scale, complex systems.

• Make high-level design and technical decisions to ensure scalability, security, and maintainability.

• Define and enforce best practices, architectural guidelines, and coding standards.- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align system architecture with business goals.

Development & Coding:

• Design, develop, and optimize high-performance, enterprise-grade Java applications.

• Ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices through rigorous code reviews.

• Drive the adoption of modern development frameworks, tools, and methodologies.

• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide scalable solutions.

Research & Technology Evaluation:

• Evaluate emerging technologies and assess their impact on existing and future projects.

• Drive innovation by recommending and implementing cutting-edge solutions.

• Stay ahead of industry trends and contribute to strategic technology roadmaps.

Software Testing & Integration:

• Define and implement best practices for automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment strategies.

• Lead the creation of unit, integration, and performance testing frameworks.

• Ensure software reliability by conducting thorough code analysis and debugging.

Environment Configuration & Maintenance:

• Oversee and optimize development, testing, and production environments.

• Implement security best practices and ensure compliance with industry standards.

• Proactively identify and resolve environment-related challenges.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain high-quality technical documentation, including system architecture, design patterns, and best practices.

• Provide clear, concise reports on project status, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders.

• Document and communicate architectural decisions and trade-offs effectively.

Mentorship & Team Leadership:

• Mentor and coach junior and intermediate developers to enhance their technical skills.

• Promote knowledge sharing and foster a culture of continuous learning within the team.

• Lead technical discussions, code reviews, and architecture reviews.

Client Interaction & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Act as a technical liaison between clients, business analysts, and development teams.

• Gather requirements, translate business needs into technical solutions, and manage expectations.

• Provide expert guidance and support to clients, ensuring technical feasibility and business alignment.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation:

• Drive process improvements, automation, and best practices to enhance software development efficiency.

• Identify and eliminate bottlenecks to improve system performance and reliability.

• Contribute to defining and refining agile development methodologies within the team.

Adherence to Standards & Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, security standards, and best practices.

• Enforce VAS-X’s development standards, coding guidelines, and quality assurance processes.

• Advocate for clean code, software craftsmanship, and technical excellence.