Software Architect

As an Architect at Credera, you will lead teams (usually 2-8) in implementing software and cloud solutions. Our projects range from creating custom web applications to implementing a rich user interface to developing an ADA-compliant public website optimized for SEO. 

On a typical day, you might expect to design and provision the infrastructure for an application, implement an A/B testing strategy, or install and configure CRM on-premises and configure the database for optimal performance. You will also serve as the day-to-day project team leader, set up product backlogs, code repositories, and build/release management tools, and create presentation decks for client stakeholder meetings.

WHO YOU ARE:

• You are an experienced, hands-on software architect that has been in the industry or technology consulting for at least 6 years.  You spend at least 40% of your time actively developing code.
• You have a passion for technology breadth and keep yourself up to date on the latest application development technologies and trends across all software development disciplines and processes.
• You have a deep understanding of multiple open technology development stacks (listed above) across UX, middle tier, and database platforms.  You are well versed in different software development methodologies and understand the benefits and challenges of each. 
• You are accomplished at mentoring, leading, and developing others.  You currently lead teams that develop complex, high-volume, mission critical enterprise solutions that are built from the ground up, using a variety of different open source components and are deployed in a high available environment.
• You have strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to engage customers at a business level in addition to a technical level.  You are able to handle complex organizational dynamics to deliver a solution to a client’s satisfaction.
• You are able to drive business development, and are comfortable with developing business cases and justifications that grow the customer relationship and satisfaction.  You are familiar with contract terms and conditions.

WHO WE ARE:

• Credera is a full-service management consulting, user experience, and technology solutions firm, with clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to emerging industry leaders
• Credera has received a number of state and national awards! Please check out our employer awards at: https://www.credera.com/awards-and-recognition
• Technology Solutions is Credera’s largest practice and focuses on building custom software solutions and integrations for our clients leveraging open source technologies.
• Programming languages we frequently use include Java, Scala, Client and Server-side Javascript (React, Angular, NodeJS), Python, Ruby, Erlang/Elixir, etc.
• Cloud native architecture we use include traditional cloud solutions (AWS, Azure, ECP), Container Solutions (Docker/Kubernetes/Mesos/etc.), Serverless architecture, Lambda architecture.
• We use the following tool sets for DevOps/Automation: CI/CD Platforms (Jenkins, CircleCI, etc.), Infrastructure scripting (Ansible, Chef, Puppet), Cloud native API, Testing Automation (selenium, etc.), Data automation (Liquibase, etc.).
• Other frameworks we use include Apache Spark, Apache Storm, Kafka, RabbitMQ
• We typically work in an Agile methodology and own the project from start to finish

HOW WE WORK:

Our foundational competitive advantage is simply doing what we say we will do with excellence. To deliver on that advantage, the Management Consulting practice employs deep expertise in Strategy & Operations, Digital (e.g., Marketing Technology, Customer Experience, eCommerce, etc.), and Organizational Change Management to execute high-quality, high-impact business and technology initiatives for our clients. Most teams are a mix of strategy, design and technology consultants working closely with clients to solve business critical challenges. Our Management Consultants complement Credera’s strong technical capabilities by helping clients understand their competitive landscape, set a strategic vision, and successfully execute high-priority business and technology initiatives. Check out Credera’s Glassdoor reviews to read what our employees have to say!

Hybrid Work Model:
Our employees have the flexibility to work remotely two days per week. We expect our Crederians to average 3 days (full or partial) per week in person with the flexibility to choose the days and times that work best for both them and their project or internal teams. This could be at a Cred