Software architect

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Do you want to be part of one of the five largest IT and business process companies in the world?
At CGI, we are looking for a Software Architect to work on an international project.

Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related fields.
- Conversational English (B2 or higher).
- 6+ years of software development experience, with at least 3 years in architecture or technical leadership roles.
- Proven experience in designing and implementing enterprise-scale, distributed systems.
- Strong expertise in one or more of the following:
• Backend: Java/Spring Boot, .NET Core, Node.js, or Python.
• Frontend: React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Experience defining and implementing microservices, RESTful and GraphQL APIs, and integration architectures.
- Deep understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code (IaC) using Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates.
- Strong foundation in database design and management (SQL/NoSQL).
- Knowledge of security architecture, including identity management, encryption, and compliance frameworks.
- Ability to produce and present architecture diagrams, technical documentation, and governance frameworks.

Responsibilities:
- Lead the architecture design and technical direction for enterprise-level solutions, ensuring alignment with business and IT strategies.
- Collaborate with stakeholders, delivery teams, and product owners to define solution blueprints, integration points, and scalability strategies.
- Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools based on project and client needs.
- Design and document end-to-end solutions, including data flow diagrams, component architecture, and deployment models.
- Ensure adherence to security, compliance, and performance best practices.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams throughout the delivery process.
- Participate in pre-sales discussions, RFP responses, and client workshops to support business development efforts.
- Support proofs of concept (PoCs), technical assessments, and architecture reviews.
- Partner with project managers and DevOps teams to ensure smooth delivery and successful go-live.
- Communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Nice to Have:
- Experience with microservices and event-driven architectures.
- Knowledge of enterprise integration patterns (EIP) and message brokers (Kafka, RabbitMQ).
- Experience with API gateways, service mesh, or cloud-native monitoring tools.
- Exposure to machine learning pipelines, data lakes, or real-time analytics.
- Prior experience in technical leadership, mentoring, or architecture review boards.

Complementary Skills:
- Strong communicator: proactive in clarifying requirements, explaining technical trade-offs, and engaging with business stakeholders.
- Strategic thinker: capable of balancing short-term deliverables with long-term architectural integrity.
- Self-starter: takes initiative and drives architectural discussions with confidence and clarity.
- Learner mindset: stays current with emerging technologies and industry trends.
- Collaborative leader: works effectively across teams, influencing without direct authority.
- Analytical and detail-oriented: able to identify design risks and propose practical solutions.

Apply now!

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Universitaria

Ingeniería de sistemas Computación

Ingeniería electrónica

Ingeniería mecatrónica

Ingenierìa De Software

6 años de experiencia

1 Vacante