Remote Technical Architect

Summary

Portfolio BI is seeking a highly skilled Technical Architect with 8+ years of experience in financial SaaS solutions to lead the design and implementation of their financial SaaS solutions. The role requires proficiency in Microsoft Azure, web-native technologies, and middleware technologies. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams and have knowledge of financial markets and investment strategies.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in technical architecture, with a focus on financial SaaS solutions
• Hands-on experience in designing, developing, and implementing SaaS solutions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Azure (e.g., Azure App Services, Azure Functions)
• Strong understanding of web-native technologies (e.g. JavaScript, React, Angular, HTML5, CSS3)
• Knowledge of financial markets and investment strategies
• Experience with middleware technologies (e.g., Apache Kafka, NetMQ)
• Experience with commercial 3rd party libraries, especially DevExtreme or others
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Responsibilities

• Architect and Design: Develop and maintain the architecture for financial SaaS solutions, ensuring scalability, security, and performance
• Azure Integration: Design and implement cloud-based solutions using Microsoft Azure, leveraging services such as Azure App Services, Azure Functions
• Middleware Management: Oversee the integration of middleware technologies (e.g., Apache Kafka, NetMQ) to ensure seamless communication between different systems and applications
• Working with C# with strong understanding of DI techniques
• Working with databases (MS-SQL) and with data normalization concepts
• Web-Native Technologies: Utilize web-native technologies (e.g., HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Angular, Vue) to develop and integrate front-end solutions
• Containerization and migration legacy .NET application to cloud-native applications
• Performance Optimization: Ensure applications are optimized for performance, reliability, and scalability
• Collaboration: Work closely with development, operations, and product teams to align technical solutions with business goals
• Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering teams

Benefits

• Flexible working - the role is remote, you can work from anywhere within the US, in the Eastern Standard Timezone
• Competitive salary
• Medical insurance for you and your family
• 401k packages
• Plentiful PTO and sick leave days
• PPO and EPO plans
• Professional development and training
• Discretionary performance bonus, etc