What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Architect position at Gravity IT Resources?
Job Title : Architect / Sr Architect
Location : San Jose, CA
Job-Type : Direct Hire
Base Salary : $ 300-400K RSU and Bonus (DOE)
Referral Fee : $5,000
Position Overview :
We are seeking an experienced Architect to drive the design and implementation of new product features for an advanced solution for security and traffic management across on-premises and multi-cloud environments. In this role, you will provide technical leadership, shape the direction of our product, and have a meaningful impact on how our customers manage high-performance and secure applications.
- Key Responsibilities :
- Act as a subject matter expert, providing technical guidance to multiple project teams.
- Recommend and maintain best practices for technical design, processes, and technologies.
- Stay ahead of emerging trends and technologies, integrating them into a strategic product roadmap.
- Research and incorporate industry advancements into the company’s product platforms.
- Serve as a spokesperson for technology in both internal and external forums.
- Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers and represent the organization externally.
- Mentor and collaborate with team members, fostering a culture of learning and innovation.
- Advocate for high standards of quality in product development and delivery.
- Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
- Expertise in microservices architecture and deployment.
- In-depth understanding of Kubernetes-based architectures.
- Strong coding experience in languages such as Golang, React JS, Python, and Bash.
- Recognized internally and externally as a technical expert, industry leader, or product specialist.
- Ability to bring the voice of the customer into the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
- Extensive experience with network and web technologies, particularly in the management plane.
- Proven track record of leading complex product development initiatives from concept to release.
- Exceptional problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills.
- Strong leadership capabilities, with a focus on mentoring and developing engineers.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Extensive experience working in Agile environments and with Agile methodologies.
- Ability to communicate effectively, influence decisions, and inspire teams.
- Qualifications :
- Minimum of 12 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 9 years with a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 6 years of experience; or equivalent practical experience.
Salary : $300,000 - $400,000
