Senior Architect - Platform

Job Summary : As the Senior Platform Architect, you will leverage deep subject matter technical expertise and leadership capabilities to design and develop foundational software and firmware components that support Agile design teams across a broad range of product categories. The role involves creating innovative, efficient, stable, and scalable solutions that can be deployed seamlessly across products to achieve business objectives and deliver greater value to our customers., Leads engineers and developers in the design, prototyping, and testing of software and firmware platform technologies, ensuring their readiness for deployment across products, ensuring the architecture is scalable across our value streams.

Works closely with product architects to establish a unified framework for efficient transfer of technology platforms to development programs.

Collaborates with product owners to define platform requirements.

Provides strategic recommendations for innovative and scalable new platform opportunities, aligning with current technology trends and product roadmaps.

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

10+ years of professional experience in software and firmware architecture.

Experience with product development.

Expertise in both software and firmware development best practices and lifecycles.

Proven track record in designing and implementing cloud-native architectures and microservices.

Knowledge of industry standards and best practices

Programming and Technical Skills

Proficiency in programming languages: C++, C, C#, Python, Java, SQL, HTML, CSS.

Experience with development tools such as MS Visual Studio and .NET Framework.

Strong knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and design patterns.

Familiarity with container orchestration platforms (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).

Understanding of edge computing and real-time analytics frameworks.

Specialized Knowledge

Expertise in SCADA, IEC 61850, and substation automation standards.

Deep understanding of service-oriented architectures (SOA), microservices architecture, and database management systems.

Knowledge of security protocols and best practices (TLS, OAuth2).

Methodologies and Practices

Understanding of DevOps methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile development processes.

Familiarity with secure software development practices and ensuring secure code deployment.

Leadership and Collaboration

Ability to lead cross-functional teams, align stakeholders, and influence technical direction.

Strong communication skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Visionary mindset with a keen eye for detail and a proactive, self-starter attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

Understanding of the power utility industry and the various monitoring players.

Experience in building scalable enterprise solutions.

Experience with industry best practices.

Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.) and Agile best practices.

Proven experience in an Agile environment, preferably as a product Architect.

Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life - faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we're building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world. We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@Ralliant.com. About Qualitrol QUALITROL manufactures monitoring and protection devices for high value electrical assets and OEM manufacturing companies. Established in 1945, QUALITROL produces thousands of different types of products on demand and customized to meet our individual customers' needs. We are the largest and most trusted global leader for partial discharge monitoring, asset protection equipment and information products across power generation, transmission, and distribution. At Qualitrol, we are redefining condition-based monitoring. We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@Ralliant.com. QUALITROL manufactures monitoring and protection devices for high value electrical assets and OEM manufacturing companies. Established in 1945, QUALITROL produces thousands of different types of products on demand and customized to meet our individual customers' needs. We are the largest and most trusted global leader for partial discharge monitoring, asset protection equipment and information products across power generation, transmission, and distribution. At Qualitrol, we are redefining condition-based monitoring. We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@Ralliant.com. None