Lead Architect

Job Description

Main Responsibilities

• Lead software architecture throughout the development lifecycle, considering system constraints and enterprise architecture strategy.
• Identify opportunities for modeling, simulation, and prototyping to support solution design.
• Share knowledge on evolving software architecture practices and anticipate future developments.
• Select appropriate design standards, methods, and tools to support scalable and maintainable solutions.
• Support and guide developers and peers in the software development discipline, contributing to the architect community.

About the Ideal Candidate

• Minimum of 12+ years of experience in full-stack development, collaborating with team members to solve challenges.
• Experience designing and developing scalable enterprise applications that manage large datasets.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure Cloud and related technologies (cloud-native design, monitoring, and data stores).
• Understanding of Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), Event-Driven Architecture (EDA), and microservice architecture.
• Experience working in Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and agile environments, with a focus on cloud data security.

Technical Expertise

• Proficient in Java and Python, with experience in object-oriented programming (OOP).
• Experience with Angular and cloud platforms (OpenShift, Kubernetes, Docker).
• Familiarity with streaming and queuing technologies such as Kafka.
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., Couchbase).
• Exposure to continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) practices is a plus.

Detailed Tech Stack

• Experience applying cloud-based development practices using container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift).
• Skilled in using data structures and libraries in Java and Python, with knowledge of design patterns.
• Understanding of microservices and their design patterns.
• Experience with XML, RESTful APIs, and Edifact.
• Experience using troubleshooting and monitoring tools such as Grafana, JMeter, and Splunk.

Behavioural & Other Competencies

• Clear and effective communication skills to engage with stakeholders and customers.
• Collaborate with implementation teams to identify and document technical debt, patterns, and practices.
• Contribute to the technical evolution of the product and communicate benefits (cost, performance, scalability, security, efficiency) to business owners.
• Interest in staying current with technology trends and standards.
• Effective problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.

What we can offer you

• · 🎯 A critical mission and purpose - At Amadeus, you'll power the future of travel with a critical mission and extraordinary purpose. 
• · 🌎 A truly global DNA - Everything at Amadeus is global, from our people to our business, which translates into our footprint, processes, and culture. 
• · 🎓 Great opportunities to learn - Learning happens all the time and in many ways at Amadeus, from on-the-job training to formal activities, and daily interactions. 
• · 🤗 A caring environment – Amadeus fosters a caring environment that supports both professional growth and personal well-being. 
• · 💰 A complete rewards offer - Amadeus provides attractive compensation packages, including salary, bonus, caregiving and health benefits. 
• · 🌟 A flexible working model - Embrace our flexible working model, enabling you to excel wherever and however you work best. 
• · 🌈 A diverse, equitable, and inclusive community – We are committed to enabling each employee to reach their full potential by fostering a culture of belonging and fair treatment. 
• · 📈 A Reliable Company - Trust and reliability are fundamental to shaping our relationships with customers, partners, and employees.

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