Software Architect

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client seeking a Software Architect remotely.

Responsibilities:
* Creates and evolves the overall software architecture, ensuring scalability, performance, and security
* Creates and maintains the software architecture, handles complex design matters, collaborates with the management, selects the right development tools and technologies, and assists development teams with implementation
* Determines the appropriate technology stack, frameworks, and tools, considering the company's needs and future scalability
* Designs, implements, and oversees a microservices-based architecture, ensuring that services are loosely coupled, independently deployable, and scalable
* Actively participates in coding, particularly in critical areas, ensuring adherence to architectural standards and best practices
* Leads or contributes to the development of complex Angular applications, focusing on maintainability and performance
* Rapidly prototypes and validates architectural solutions to ensure feasibility and alignment with business goals
* Designs and implements containerization strategies consistently across environments using Docker for developing, shipping, and running applications
* Deploys, manages, and scales applications using Kubernetes, to ensure high availability and efficient resource utilization
* Designs cloud architecture and deploys scalable applications on AWS, leveraging services including but not limited to EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda
* Implements infrastructure as code using tools such as Terraform or AWS CloudFormation to automate the deployment of cloud resources
* Ensures that the architecture meets security best practices and compliance requirements, including data encryption, access controls, and secure configurations
* Works closely with other architects, developers, product managers, and operations teams to ensure alignment on technical strategies and objectives

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Science or related field
* 7+ years of hands-on experience in designing, developing, and deploying complex software solutions
* 3+ years of experience with architecting cloud-based software solutions using Microservices and Event Driven Architecture
* Proficiency in developing and architecting complex applications using Angular, Kubernetes, Docker, GraphQL, RSocket and Kafka or similar event streaming platforms
* Strong understanding of AWS cloud services, including EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, and experience in architecting cloud-native applications
* Expertise in setting up and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, particularly using GitLab CI/CD, to automate and streamline deployment processes
* Knowledge of tools like Terraform or AWS CloudFormation for automating cloud infrastructure deployment and management
* Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies
* Experience working in a SaaS-based product development environment or FDA-regulated medical device environment desired
* Skills in monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing application performance, with a focus on identifying and resolving bottlenecks
* Ability to work in a hands-on position to build and deploy high quality capabilities and features

Working Conditions:
* Flexible work hours in fun, collaborative environment
* Working remote requires a reliable internet connection
* Must have the ability to travel, as needed for company meetings

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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