Remote Principal Architect (Application Architecture -Payments Industry Experience)

Description:

• The Principal Architect will lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and efficient application systems within the payments industry.
• This role involves providing technical leadership, strategic guidance, and architectural oversight across diverse projects.
• The position requires ensuring alignment with business goals and client needs.
• Candidates will influence system design, drive best practices, and contribute to innovative solutions impacting global clients.
• The role is suited for someone who thrives in complex environments and enjoys mentoring and shaping technical strategy.
• Responsibilities include leading the design and architecture of information systems, translating logical designs into physical implementations, and ensuring security, performance, and compliance standards.
• The Principal Architect will provide strategic guidance to project teams, facilitate cross-functional collaboration, and promote architectural best practices.
• The role requires navigating complex technical and organizational landscapes to balance competing priorities and requirements.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have extensive experience in application architecture with proficiency in frontend and backend technologies, programming languages, frameworks, databases, cloud infrastructure, containerization, and application security.
• A strong background in software integration using ESBs, MQs, API Gateways, and event streaming solutions is required.
• Proficiency in Agile, DevOps, and TDD methodologies, along with familiarity with development tools such as Eclipse, Visual Studio, and database software, is necessary.
• Demonstrated experience in the payments industry, including payment processing solutions, is essential.
• Knowledge of system design patterns such as OOP, FP, CQRS, REST, SOLID, and SmartUI is required.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills are necessary to convey complex technical concepts clearly.
• Proven ability to lead distributed teams, mentor junior staff, and collaborate effectively with clients and stakeholders globally is required.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience is mandatory.

Benefits:

• The position offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and share plan opportunities.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, and disability options is provided.
• Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage are included in the benefits package.
• A 401(k) Safe Harbor retirement plan with employer match, fully vested immediately, is available.
• Flexible spending accounts for medical, transit, and dependent care are offered.
• Career development support, global growth opportunities, mentorship programs, and leadership training are part of the benefits.
• Employees have access to internal tech communities, hobby groups, inclusion and diversity programs, and company events.
• The role supports hybrid work and flexible schedules, along with employee assistance programs and wellness initiatives.