Remote Kubernetes/Azure Architect

Description:

• The position is for a Kubernetes Architect, fully remote, available to candidates anywhere in the US.
• The role involves leading the rearchitecting of an existing monolithic payment system to a cloud-native architecture using modern cloud technologies and best practices.
• Responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams such as software engineers, architects, and product managers to define and implement the new payment system architecture.
• The Lead Engineer will drive the adoption of DevOps principles and practices throughout the software development lifecycle, ensuring seamless integration and deployment processes.
• The job requires staying up-to-date with emerging technologies, frameworks, and industry trends related to payment systems and cloud computing.
• The architect will design and implement a microservices-based architecture using domain-driven design principles and utilize Kubernetes for container orchestration and management.
• Responsibilities also include implementing robust monitoring, logging, and alerting mechanisms to ensure system performance and availability.
• The role involves developing highly resilient and highly available components for the payment system.
• Conducting technology evaluations and providing recommendations for new tools, technologies, and frameworks to enhance the payment infrastructure is also part of the job.
• The architect will mentor and provide technical guidance to junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• The position offers recognition and rewards for performance in a challenging environment with clear direction for success and development opportunities for other roles.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 7+ years of software engineering experience.
• A minimum of 5+ years of experience in rearchitecting large-scale monolithic applications to cloud-native architectures is required.
• Candidates should have 5+ years of programming experience in languages such as .Net, Java, Python, or Node.js, along with experience in modern frameworks and libraries.
• A minimum of 3+ years of experience with DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools is necessary, with Kubernetes being a must.
• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field is required.
• Candidates should have at least 3+ years of experience in the payment domain.
• A minimum of 3+ years of experience with Azure Cloud, including serverless architectures, containers, and orchestration, is essential, with Azure being a must.
• Candidates must have at least 2+ years of experience with payment industry standards, protocols, and security best practices.

Benefits:

• The position offers a fully remote work environment, allowing flexibility for candidates.
• Employees will be rewarded and recognized for their performance in a challenging work environment.
• The role provides clear direction on what it takes to succeed and offers development opportunities for other roles of interest.
• The company fosters a culture of continuous learning and professional growth through mentorship and technical guidance.