Solution Architect - Google Cloud Platform & Microservices Architecture

Job Summary :

We are seeking a highly skilled Solution Architect who can build technology services solutions for leading Insurance firms globally. As the lead solution architect, this person will work with clients to understand their technology imperatives and build business aligned technology solutions that help them transform their technology landscape. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in system architecture, cloud technologies, and enterprise applications, ensuring seamless integration across various platforms.

Key Responsibilities :

- Design and develop end-to-end architectural solutions that align with business and technology strategies.

- Collaborate with stakeholders, including business leaders, developers, and IT teams, to translate requirements into technical designs.

- Assess existing systems and recommend improvements or modernizations.

- Ensure compliance with security, scalability, and performance best practices.

- Lead the selection of appropriate tools, technologies, and frameworks.

- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams.

- Create architectural documentation, including diagrams, standards, and best practices.

- Evaluate and integrate third-party software, APIs, and cloud services.

- Participate in project planning, risk assessment, and quality assurance processes.

- Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation.

Qualifications & Experience :

- Bachelor's or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

- 12+ years of experience in software development, systems architecture, or IT consulting.

- Proven experience designing cloud-based and on-premise architectures.

- Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and microservices architectures.

- Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, .NET, or JavaScript.

- Experience with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

- Strong understanding of security, networking, and database technologies.

- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

- Certifications in cloud architecture (AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, etc.) are a plus.

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