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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Architect - **Company:** Inspire11 - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States - **Salary:** $120,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Cursor (Graphical User Interface Elements), Database Development, Github, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL, Node.Js, Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Google Cloud, GitHub Copilot, ReactJS, Large Language Models, Git, Kotlin, Containerization, Kubernetes, Front End Software Development, Docker, Jenkins - **Published:** August 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/inspire11/jobs/7074840002 ## About the Role * Experience architecting and delivering end-to-end software solutions-from modern front-end interfaces (React) to scalable back-end systems and cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure) * Proven full-stack development skills with deep expertise in JavaScript (React, Node.js), C#, Java/Kotlin, Python, and designing/documenting APIs * Adept at selecting the right tools, languages, and frameworks to match the needs of each unique software solution * Skilled in working directly with clients to lead projects from ideation to delivery in fast-paced, collaborative environments * Experienced with 1+ cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions), and modern version control using Git * Skilled in Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) with a strong foundation in database design and development using both relational and non-relational systems (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB) * Passionate about mentoring, continuous learning, and shaping a modern, forward-thinking engineering culture * Exposure to or curiosity about agentic coding tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code); willingness to adopt and champion AI-assisted development practices as part of your everyday workflow * An eagerness to explore and apply agentic AI patterns-including orchestration, RAG, and LLM integration-to client solutions as the technology matures This role requires the willingness and ability to be onsite at the Inspire11 or client location depending on project needs to maximize in-person collaboration and build stronger relationships. Inspire11 is unable to sponsor employment visas at this time. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment. ## Description * Lead highly collaborative, cross-functional development teams across multiple client projects in diverse industries * Partner with key stakeholders (CIOs, CTOs, Directors, and business leaders) to shape and drive strategic technology initiatives * Own the full software development lifecycle-from requirements gathering and architecture through implementation and rollout * Design, develop, and support complex, mission-critical applications and systems * Define and maintain architecture standards, best practices, and technical guidelines * Contribute to the evolution and enhancement of both new and existing applications, platforms, and components * Actively explores and applies AI/ML and agentic AI technologies to modern software solutions; stays current with emerging AI frameworks, orchestration patterns, model capabilities, governance considerations, and the evolving enterprise AI landscape, Inspire11 follows Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Illinois Human Rights Act, the Illinois Equal Wage Act, and the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003. We believe that people performing the same role at the same level, with similar levels of ability or experience, should be similarly compensated. We also believe that the most critical factors driving compensation should be an Eleven's skill, experience, performance, responsibility, and effort. We may also consider an employee's length of service, relevant education, training, or certification, and the requirements of a specific job. We may also consider whether the cost of living or competition for talent in specific markets requires adjustments in compensation for employees in those markets. Our goal is to fairly compensate all our Elevens based on these factors within the Company's financial ability. Compensation may be increased or decreased at Inspire11's discretion based on an employee's performance reviews, market conditions, and the Company's financial performance. Inspire11 will always notify an employee in writing before any change is made to their compensation. Bonuses We may allow employees in Sales, Recruiting, or Leadership to earn periodic bonuses based on sales, revenue, client-specific or practice-specific targets. These targets are communicated to each eligible employee via offer letter or annual update. All such target-based bonuses are calculated based on the Company and an individual's periodic performance and will only be awarded if: (a) the employee is meeting performance expectations and is an employee in good standing of the Company; (b) the target is met; and (c) the Company's current financial performance and market conditions permit the bonus to be paid out. All periodic bonuses are discretionary and are earned only when paid out. Each year, the Company will decide whether the Company's financial performance, market performance, and business realities allow it to create an annual bonus pool. If the Company decides that annual bonuses may be awarded, then the Leadership Team will grant annual bonuses to employees in good standing based on the same factors discussed in the previous paragraph while also considering employees' diligence, performance, expertise, skill, judgment, and experience. To be eligible to participate in this annual bonus pool, an employee must be hired by no later than October 1st of the preceding year. Annual bonuses and merit increases may be prorated based on hire date. Employees eligible for target-based periodic bonuses are not eligible to participate in the annual bonus pool. Options or Other Equity in Inspire11 Inspire11 has a legacy program that allowed certain high-performing employees to purchase shares of the Company through an affiliate. The Company also has a newer program that grants options annually to high-performing employees based on their performance reviews, their managers' recommendation, and leadership approval. These options have a vesting period associated with them., We invite applicants to share their demographic background. If you choose to complete this survey, your responses may be used to identify areas of improvement in our hiring process. How would you describe your gender identity? (mark all that apply) Select... How would you describe your racial/ethnic background? (mark all that apply) Select... How would you describe your sexual orientation? (mark all that apply) Select... Do you identify as transgender? Select... Do you have a disability or chronic condition (physical, visual, auditory, cognitive, mental, emotional, or other) that substantially limits one or more of your major life activities, including mobility, communication (seeing, hearing, speaking), and learning? Select... Are you a veteran or active member of the United States Armed Forces? Select... Voluntary Self-Identification For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file. As set forth in Inspire11's Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. Gender Select... Are you Hispanic/Latino? Select... Race & Ethnicity Definitions If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection. As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measure the effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categories is as follows: A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability. A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service. An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense. An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985. 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