Software Architect

Software Architect - Azure & .Net Join our dynamic Architecture Guild at Jasper Engines & Transmissions, where we are committed to innovation and excellence. This role is located onsite at our Headquarters facility in Jasper, Indiana. We are seeking an experienced Solutions Architect with extensive experience in Azure and .NET technologies to design, implement, and guide the architecture of our cloud and on-premises applications. This person will be a working member of our Architecture Guild, collaborating to ensure the technical vision for a system that promotes our larger JASPER vision of reliability, scalability, securability, and alignment with our business goals. At JASPER, we believe in our motto: Do It Right …And Have Fun!   Key Responsibilities: Architecture Designo    Design and develop robust, scalable, and secure architectures for cloud-based and on-premises applications.o    Collaborate with stakeholders to define technical requirements and translate them into architectural solutions.o    Strong collaboration within the Architecture Guild reviewing both decisions and design proposals for architectural solutions.  o    Development of functional prototypes for design validation and developer training. o    Ensure the architecture aligns with business goals and technology standards. Technical Leadershipo    Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams on best practices, architectural patterns, and technologies.o    Monitor, mentor and support the development teams ensuring design specifications and development standards are being met. Providing training, prototyping, feedback and direction were deemed necessary.o    Participate in both architectural and code reviews to ensure adherence to standards and best practices. Azure and .NET Expertiseo    Leverage extensive experience with Azure services and .NET technologies to design and implement solutions.o    Optimize Azure resource usage for performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency.o    Implement security best practices across Azure environments. Integration and Hybrid Solutionso    Design and manage hybrid solutions integrating Azure cloud and on-premises environments.o    Implement and manage virtual networking (VNet) to ensure secure and efficient communication between cloud and on-premises applications. CI/CD and DevOpso    Collaborate with DevOps team to integrate architecture solutions into CI/CD pipelines.o    Advocate for continuous integration, deployment, and delivery best practices. Innovation and Continuous Improvemento    Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in cloud architecture and .NET.o    Continuously evaluate and recommend improvements to existing systems, processes and technologies.o    Drive the adoption of innovative technologies to enhance business outcomes. Documentation and Communicationo    Collaborate with the other Architecture Guild members on projects.o    Create and maintain comprehensive architectural documentation including, but not limited to software development practices, standards, system design diagrams, etc.o    Effectively convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders using verbal explanations, drawings, and diagrams. Qualifications: Education Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; OR equivalent practical experience (prefer 5 years experience) Experience Extensive experience as a Solutions Architect, with a strong focus on Azure and .NET technologies. Experience working within a development team, actively participating in hands on coding. Proven experience in designing and implementing scalable and secure architectures. Hands-on experience with hybrid cloud solutions and virtual networking. Skills & Competencies Deep understanding of Azure services, .NET technologies, and architectural styles and patterns. Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to learn and adapt to new tools and technologies quickly. Team player with a growth mindset and passion for continuous improvement. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Terraform, Azure DevOps, Containerization and CI/CD pipelines. Experience with event-driven applications using queues, message brokers, and other related patterns. Familiarity with performance tuning of cloud applications. Knowledge of structured logging, observability, and monitoring tools. Experience with Azure networking, including virtual networks, subnets, and network security groups. Working knowledge of, but not limited to:C# (.NET / .NET Core / .NET Framework)Blazor (Web Assembly)MS SQL Server (SQL)CosmosDb (NoSQL)Messaging (Event Grid / Service Bus) What we offer: Starting salary $90-110K/year, based on experience  Medical, dental, vision & prescription insurance after 30 days PTO 10 paid holidays after 30 days Two retirement plans (401k & Employee Stock Ownership Plan) Onsite Health Clinic & Fitness Center Personal and Professional Development  And, so much more!

Salary : $90,000 - $110,000