Solutions Architect

Livefront

6d • $115,000 - $160,000

About The Position

At Livefront, we help companies design and build world-class digital products that command attention and inspire joy. We’ve helped household names like CVS, Samsung, General Mills, and Optum create experiences that have reached millions of people, and startups like HomeSpotter and Credly build entirely new businesses that challenge their industries’ status quo.
We’re looking for an outstanding Solutions Architect to join our team.

Requirements

• At least 7-10 years of software engineering experience, preferably in a consulting environment or as part of an in-house, cross-functional product team.
• Experience building consumer-facing native mobile and web applications, with a fluent command of the native languages and core frameworks.
• Demonstrated expertise architecting, building, maintaining, and scaling modern software on various platforms.
• Ability to design, set up, and maintain DevOps pipelines using various tools and techniques.
• Ability to design and maintain CI/CD pipelines and manage complex deployments. Scripting expertise (Unix shell, Ruby, Perl, etc.).
• Experience designing APIs and writing API specifications.
• Ability to clearly articulate technical requirements to other engineers.
• An understanding of computer networking (e.g., VPNs, SSH, Wi-Fi) and experience setting up, maintaining, and troubleshooting computer networks.
• A keen sense for security: you're able to think around corners and see potential risks.
• An ability to understand client expectations, the work the team has done and still has to do to meet those expectations, and the ability to motivate the team to successfully deliver.
• Work samples showcasing performant, neatly organized code with clean, well-implemented user interfaces.
• A talent for communicating directly with clients, managing expectations, and explaining advanced technical concepts and their implications.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong ability to present and defend technical and architectural choices persuasively.
• Renowned problem-solving skills.
• Above-average discipline and personal organization skills.
• A demonstrated hunger for personal and professional growth.
• A self-evident love and care for the craft of software engineering.

Nice To Haves

• Strong illustration chops in technical diagramming.
• Speak, write, and/or educate publicly about technical topics.
• Publicly released your own personal, self-started products or apps.
• Enjoy tinkering with emerging languages and platforms such as Go, Rust, Alexa, and/or Unity.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of robust architectures tailored to client needs. Implement these solutions hands-on, ensuring scalability and maintainability.
• Design, develop, and integrate APIs, ensuring seamless communication between systems and enhancing overall performance.
• Guide and mentor engineering teams, conduct code reviews, and set technical standards. Engage in technical spikes to explore new technologies and methods.
• Work closely with clients to understand their business goals, present technical solutions, and adjust strategies based on feedback.
• Design, set up, and maintain CI/CD pipelines. Manage deployment processes to ensure smooth, reliable releases.
• Address technical issues promptly and resolve them, ensuring minimal disruption to project timelines.
• Engage in diverse projects, from API design to live team support to full-time DevOps, adapting your skills to meet varied client needs.

Benefits

• Compensation is $115,000 - $160,000 per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed