Sr. Software Architect

Job Description

Viral Nation is seeking a Senior Software Architect to shape the technical direction of its backend engineering function. The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, provide technical leadership, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, scalable backend solutions.Role involves:

• Developing and driving API and web application architecture and design.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements.
• Selecting and championing appropriate tools, libraries, and frameworks.
• Establishing and enforcing standards and best practices for software development.
• Conducting code reviews and providing constructive feedback.
• Identifying and addressing performance bottlenecks.
• Creating quality tracking metrics and dashboards.
• Implementing and advocating for performance optimization techniques.
• Optimizing systems for performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Refactoring and optimizing existing codebase.
• Ensuring end-to-end system consistency.
• Providing guidance and mentorship to squad engineers.
• Leading by example through hands-on participation in development activities.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in software development with a focus on architecture and design.
• Expertise in backend technologies such as Node.js and web frameworks such as Fastify.
• In-depth knowledge of database systems, data model design, and data access patterns.
• Good understanding of frontend technologies and concepts such as SSR.
• Expertise in web application architecture, design patterns, and performance optimization techniques.
• Strong background in microservices architecture and API design.
• Proven track record of identifying security best practices for RESTFUL API systems.
• Expertise in testing tools and frameworks.
• Deep understanding of CI/CD tools and processes, including containerization.
• Experience leading and mentoring engineering teams.
• Clear and concise cross-functional communication and collaboration skills.
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, OR relevant experience.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Google Cloud, AWS, Azure.

Role offers:

• A fluid, creative, and growth-oriented environment.
• Opportunity to apply talents in an open, collaborative, and fast-paced culture.
• Opportunity to work at the forefront of the industry.