Strategic Cloud-Native Media Architect

84.51; Chicago, Cincinnati, Deerfield (IL, OH, IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

84.51 is looking for a Lead Software Architect to join their Media Engineering team in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will lead the design and implementation of innovative software and data strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop scalable technology solutions.

The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience, strong cloud technology skills, and a proven ability to translate business requirements into effective software solutions. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about technology, apply today!

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience working in engineering organizations.
• 4+ years of experience in tech consulting, retail, or related professional services.
• Strong business sense and ability to translate business problems into data-driven solutions.
• Hands-on experience in delivery and support of software in the Cloud (Preferable: Azure).
• Excellent communication skills.
• High level of independence; ability to make time-sensitive decisions rapidly and solve urgent problems.

Responsibilities

• Lead technology teams, analyzing trade‑offs and making decisions.
• Design and review cloud native architectures for various teams.
• Partner with Data Scientists, Engineers, and Product talent to meet requirements.
• Perform research on technology solutions for faster delivery.
• Communicate effectively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Skills

Cloud technologies

JavaScript (Angular)

Java (Spring Boot)

Python (FastAPI)

CI/CD

Service-oriented architecture

Infrastructure as code

Containerization

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or higher

Job description

84.51 is looking for a Lead Software Architect to join their Media Engineering team in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will lead the design and implementation of innovative software and data strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop scalable technology solutions.

The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience, strong cloud technology skills, and a proven ability to translate business requirements into effective software solutions. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about technology, apply today!