Software Architect

$130,320.00- $159,280.00 Depending on Experience Plus Excellent Benefits

Go Live Date: 05/23/2025

Close Date: 06/09/2025 (job req placed on hold)

Pre-Screen Start: 06/13/2025

Interviews Start: 06/23/2025

The Software Architect will be responsible for designing robust software architectures, leading development teams, and actively participating in the coding process. This role requires a blend of architectural vision and strong hands-on development skills to ensure that solutions meet both functional and technical requirements. Experience in leading onshore-offshore teams is essential, as the Software Architect will work with minimal supervision and in close collaboration with cross-functional teams.

• Design and implement scalable, dependable, and secure software architectures.
• Function as a technical lead on projects, guiding development teams through the software development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and define software requirements and specifications.
• Participate in hands-on development tasks, demonstrating coding expertise in various programming languages and frameworks.
• Develop architectural documentation and guidelines to ensure adherence to best practices.
• Conduct code reviews and provide mentorship to junior developers, fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
• Identify and address technical risks and issues in the software development process.
• Possess technical expertise in managing and supporting cloud-based applications (Microsoft Azure, AWS) to enhance system performance and scalability.
• Demonstrate knowledge of mobile app development principles to contribute to cross-platform solutions and mobile initiatives.
• Work closely with onshore and offshore teams to ensure effective collaboration and project execution.
• Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation within the organization.
• Ensure that team members are effectively utilizing the best practices and methodologies for both onshore and offshore operations.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• A minimum of 4 to 7 years of experience as a Software Architect, Lead Developer, or in a related role, demonstrating a proven track record of successful software project delivery.
• Strong knowledge of software development methodologies (Agile, DevOps, etc.) and architecture frameworks.

Programming:

• Proficiency in programming languages such as C#, PHP, and Python.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think critically.

Web Development:

• Familiarity with modern front-end technologies (e.g., React, Vue.js) for building interactive and responsive web applications.

Mobile Development:

• Experience with mobile app development and deployment using tools like Cordova and Ionic.

Cloud Development:

• Prior experience managing and maintaining applications hosted on cloud platforms, including designing, implementing, and managing Azure Functions and Event Hubs

Database Management:

* Create and debug stored procedures, views, and tables in SQL Server and MySQL.
* Apply basic database administration concepts to ensure data integrity and security.

API Development:

• Design, create, and debug APIs, ensuring seamless integration with frontend and backend systems.
• Experience in designing and developing RESTful APIs using POSTMAN, SOAPUI

DevOps Practices:

• Design and manage branching strategies within source control systems to streamline development processes. Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.

Containerization and Orchestration:

• Knowledgeable in development and deployment of containerized applications using containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)

• Security Best Practices:
  Understanding of application security principles, including secure coding practices and knowledge of common vulnerabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.

Are you looking for an IT career that leaves a lasting impact? Come join our team and do your part in building this continent's infrastructure.

The Colas Group is a worldwide leader in transportation infrastructure construction and maintenance. Our goal is to set the pace in our industry and to be a model of excellence by providing safe, innovative, sustainable and cost-effective solutions for our customers. We are active in the construction and maintenance of road, air, rail and maritime transport infrastructure, urban development projects and recreational facilities. With 70,000 employees spanning 5 continents, the Colas Group carries out over 100,000 projects each year, backed by a tight international network of construction materials facilities, including: aggregate mining sites, asphalt plants, ready-mix concrete plants, liquid asphalt terminals and emulsion plants.

As a key part of this group, Colas North America has a network of companies which allow us to provide most of our products and services most anywhere in the United States and Canada, from Alaska to Florida and Quebec to Southern California. We are committed to developing and improving products and construction services based on recycling of material, improving energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Headquartered in the Denver Tech Center, Colas IS Support is the information technology arm of Colas North America. Our vision is to deliver world class services, strategy and processes that support our construction and manufacturing operations. We work to provide timely access to information and knowledge in an integrated, open and collaborative environment, and aim to be the standard bearer for excellence in quality, customer service and reliability. We are building a company culture where both individual and team effort are rewarded and value employees that look forward to the challenge of exceeding customer expectations.

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