Application Architect, Assurant-GCC, India

We are looking for a hands-on Application Architect for leading one of the key initiatives that is delivering next gen solution for the business. The ideal candidate should have diversified technology experience, and a strong track record of leading architectural initiative across organization.

This position will be in Hyderabad at our India location.

What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job?

• Understand business and delivery priorities and define technology / architectural roadmap and solution.
• Demonstrate deep insight and lead team in adopting and implementing technology/industry best practices.
• Lead design, design reviews, code reviews, technical delivery.
• Participate in cross functional discussion and address strategic technology aspects.

• Architecting and Designing Applications: Design, develop, and implement solutions using .NET technologies on Azure, ensuring scalability, security, and performance.
• Application Modernization and Migration: Lead initiatives to modernize existing applications and migrate them to Azure, utilizing techniques like microservices and serverless architecture.
• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with business stakeholders, development teams, and infrastructure teams to define requirements and ensure successful delivery.
• Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance, mentoring junior developers, and contributing to the overall technical strategy.
• Code Review and Quality: Conduct code reviews to ensure high-quality code and maintainability.
• Documentation and Best Practices: Develop and maintain architectural blueprints, design patterns, and technical documentation, and promote adherence to best practices.
• Problem Solving: Identify and resolve technical challenges, troubleshooting issues, and improve the overall operational stability of applications.

What are the requirements needed for this position?

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field
• Overall, 12 - 15 years of industry experience
• Strong .NET Expertise: Proficiency in C#, ASP.NET Core, Web API, .NET Framework, and related technologies.
• Azure Proficiency: Experience with Azure services such as App Service, Functions, Logic Apps, Container Instances, and other relevant services.
• Cloud Architecture: Understanding of cloud-native architectures, including microservices, serverless functions, and containers.
• Application Modernization: Experience in migrating applications to cloud platforms, particularly from on-premises environments to Azure.
• Software Design Patterns: Knowledge and application of various design patterns to build robust and maintainable applications.
• Agile Development: Familiarity with Agile methodologies and best practices for software development.
• Communication and Collaboration: Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively work with diverse teams.
• Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex technical issues and develop effective solutions.

What other are the Preferred Experience, Skills, and Knowledge?

• Good understanding of Salesforce architecture, application development, data migration, and API development.
• Familiarity with Apex, Visualforce, and Lightning Web Components.
• Good understanding of AI, machine learning, data science, and relevant technologies.