We are looking for an experienced Solution Architect to lead the design and enable the development of a Core Platform and drive the evolution of our Backend-as-a-Service (BaaS) offering, including the associated frontend applications. You will also play a critical role in facilitating the migration of legacy systems to the new architecture.

In this position, you will have a key role in shaping the platform, services and SDKs that power a wide range of mobile and web applications. You will be responsible for architecting robust, scalable, secure, and reliable full-stack solutions while establishing and maintaining the technical standards that ensure the platform’s performance, compliance, and long-term sustainability.

Collaboration is central to this role. You will engage closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, leveraging strong communication skills to ensure alignment and successful delivery of solutions. Your ability to present well-reasoned recommendations, grounded in solid engineering principles and data-driven analysis, will be critical. Maintaining a proactive, open, and assertive approach will be essential to navigating complex decisions and influencing outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled architect to have a significant impact on the development of our platform and help shape the future of our services.

*Responsibilities*

* Collaborate with stakeholders, Business Analysts and development teams to define and document the system’s architecture.

* Ability to translate business requirements into clear designs and technical requirements covering all aspects of a full-stack Solution.

* Create detailed diagrams to communicate system architecture, behaviors and interactions (e.g., sequence diagrams, activity diagrams and high-level designs).

* Lead architectural and design discussions, ensuring alignment with business goals, technical requirements, and industry best practices.

* Document and maintain Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) to capture significant architectural decisions, including the context, options considered, decision rationale, and outcomes.

* Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools to meet the needs of our solutions.

* Define and maintain architectural standards, guidelines, and best practices to ensure consistency and quality across projects.

* Work closely with engineering teams to provide technical guidance and ensure the implementation of designs aligns with architectural specifications.

* Identify and address technical risks, challenges, and dependencies in the architecture and design process.

* Conduct architectural reviews and provide feedback to ensure solutions meet performance, scalability, security, and maintainability requirements.

* Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends and apply this knowledge to continuously improve our architecture and solutions.

*What We’re Looking For*
*Required Skills and Experience*

* Proven experience as a Solution Architect, with a strong focus on SaaS solutions and the gaming sector.

* Expertise in system modelling (e.g., C4, UML).

* Strong understanding of software architecture principles, patterns, and best practices.

* Familiarity with domain-driven design (DDD) and its application in software development.

* Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud-native architectures.

* Experience within the Mobile Application development industry and a deep understanding of the inherent challenges.

* Familiarity with microservices architecture, API design, and integration patterns.

* Experience with event-driven architecture and messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ, PubSub).

* Experience with OpenAPI and AsyncAPI for defining APIs, and exercising the APIs through appropriate tools (e.g., Postman).

* Solid knowledge of data modeling, databases (SQL and NoSQL), database normalization, and data flow architectures.

* Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically about technology solutions.

*Preferred Skills and Experience*

* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

* A software development or technical background, preferably in the gaming industry or a SaaS solution.

* Knowledge of real-time systems, multiplayer game architectures, and player data analytics.

* Experience with security best practices and compliance standards in software development.

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