01 Apr
Platform Architect
Vacancy expired!
SHR Talent is currently seeking a self-motivated and experienced full-time
Platform Architect on behalf of an innovative AI company in Northville, Michigan. The Platform Architect will oversee a wide variety of projects from planning through implementation. The individual in this role must be sharp & polished, as he/she will work closely with clients, data science and development operations engineers and software developers on a cutting-edge technology platform, continuously bringing his/her expertise to evolve the company’s framework as it grows.Requirements / Responsibilities:- The role is expected to drive technology discussions and analyze the current landscape for gaps in addressing platform and business needs
- Review existing architecture and capabilities from technical perspective
- Challenge the status quo and provide thought leadership/best practices to enhance our current services and technologies
- Establish and support best practices around instance strategy, technical governance, core data, integrations and the overall technical health of the platform
- Interface with the customers and across the org in structuring and implementing solutions while demonstrating the ability to become a trusted advisor to clients, senior executives and internal teams
- Undertake project specific proof of concepts activities to validate technical feasibility
- Discuss with onshore/offshore teams on tasks to be done, and mentor junior members of the team
- Perform design & code reviews for team members
- 7-10 years experience as a platform architect at a data driven, enterprise grade technology company
- Experience with distributed computing technologies such as Akka, Kafka, Lagom and related technologies and deep knowledge in building Java and Scala based microservices
- Deep expertise in cloud-based platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud (GC)
- Prior software development experience with data driven product companies using Spark, SQL, Python, Scala or advanced analytical tools is a plus
- Experience with the data collection process and evaluation methods for Machine Learning
- Experience with development methodologies like CI/CD, Agile, Git, Jenkins etc
- Performance Tuning & experience with building scalable Data platforms
- Experience writing technical specifications and design sketches from both business and technology standpoint
- Experience using OKRs to drive product outcomes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience and desire to work in a fast paced, collaborative, global delivery environment. Someone that values the “team” and leverages the opinions and expertise of their teammates to deliver quality
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority
- Master’s Degree or PhD in computer science, Information Technology (IT), or related field
- This role is open to fully remote candidates who can travel to the Michigan office every so often. In-office requirements are flexible, but a presence in the Michigan office is required to some extent (or as often as the candidate prefers).
Vacancy expired!