Software Architect

We are seeking a Software Architect to join aPriori’s Architecture team. The Software Architect collaborates with other architects to help drive the design and evolution of aPriori’s Cloud and on-prem applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, is experienced in design, cloud platforms, and possesses the ability to develop a unified vision for software characteristics and functions. The goal is to provide a framework for the development of a software or system that will result in high quality solutions.

Location: Belfast, NI (Hybrid)

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other architects and stakeholders to help create a unified vision for aPriori software
• Collaborate with stakeholders to determine functional and non-functional requirements for new software or applications
• Be a domain expert and mentor for a team of engineers, helping them work through the design, implementation, and delivery of new and updates to existing applications.
• Use tools and methodologies to create representations for functions and user interfaces of desired product
• Develop and document high-level product specifications with attention to system integration and feasibility
• Define all aspects of development from appropriate technologies and workflows to coding standards
• Communicate all concepts and guidelines to development team
• Oversee progress of development team to ensure consistency with initial design
• Provide technical guidance and coaching to developers and stakeholders
• Ensure software meets all requirements of quality, security, modifiability, extensibility etc.

Requirements

• Excellent knowledge of software and application design and architecture
• Understanding of software quality assurance principles
• A technical mindset with great attention to detail
• High quality organizational and leadership skills
• Outstanding communication and presentation abilities

Preferred Skills

• 5 or more years’ experience with cloud services on AWS or GCP.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor\’s or better in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a cloud software architect or demonstrable experience designing and implementing data-intensive cloud applications in an equivalent role.

A team environment where your experience is valued, your voice is heard, and the work that you do makes an impact for our customers and employees.

aPriori offers competitive compensation and unique benefits including pension match, private medical & dental, flexible time off, aPriori days, and more in a dynamic, growing, innovative environment!

About aPriori

Founded in 2003, aPriori is disrupting the industry’s status quo with groundbreaking work helping manufacturers digitally transform their businesses. Through our unique, patented, intellectual property, we enable manufacturers to accelerate product design, and bring products to markets faster while providing visibility to the sustainability of their design and manufacturing choices. Our impact is profound – our customers save millions of dollars each year, accelerate time to market, all while creating a better world for future generations.

With a global presence, including North America, Europe, Asia, and India, we encourage an inclusive work environment and support employees’ growth through education, training, wellness, and other programs. As our greatest asset, employees’ contributions are acknowledged through monthly company-wide meetings, often with promotions and awards. We promote a positive work culture, employee-friendly policies, flexible work schedules, pub nights, and an additional day off each quarter known as “aPriori Day”.

Interested in joining our team? We continue to build an organization highly talented, self-motivated individuals. Our unique environment empowers employees to bring their best selves each day, asking, “How can I do better?” and then exceeding expectations. We work together towards a common goal. We nurture and celebrate each other’s successes. Employees embrace opportunities to build new skills as well as step into leadership positions where they are supported and mentored by the Senior Leadership team to grow into impactful individual contributor roles or to effectively manage teams. Innovation, adaptability, and a desire to increase your value are essential. If you possess these qualities, we want to hear from you!

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