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Software Architect

RecruiterPerry, New York, NY, United States


This role requires candidates who are currently authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship, and C2C arrangements are not accepted. This role is hybrid near Tustin, CA or Plano, TX.

Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced

Software Architect

to provide technical leadership and architectural guidance for large-scale, business-critical systems. This role focuses on cloud-native design, microservices architecture, and modern application development using technologies such as C#, .NET, SQL, and Azure services, with an emphasis on driving innovation and enterprise-wide standards.

Responsibilities
Define and lead architecture standards, patterns, and best practices across engineering teams
Design and develop proof-of-concepts (POCs) and reference implementations (hands-on)
Partner with development teams to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing applications
Drive adoption of cloud technologies, including Azure, containers (Kubernetes/AKS), and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform/Bicep)
Introduce and scale new technologies through pilots and structured rollouts
Establish governance frameworks that balance risk, compliance, and innovation
Maintain architectural documentation, standards, and reusable components
Act as a technical authority to resolve complex system and application challenges
Requirements
10+ years of experience in software engineering and architecture
Strong expertise in C#, .NET, and SQL-based systems
Hands-on experience with Azure (App Services, AKS, Functions, storage, networking)
Experience with microservices, APIs, and distributed system design
Experience with containerization and infrastructure-as-code technologies
Ability to influence technical direction across teams and stakeholders
Exposure to areas such as AI/ML, observability, or performance engineering is a plus
Experience in regulated environments (e.g., financial services) is a plus