Lead Digital Architect

World Wide Technology
Maryland Heights, MO, United States
22 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$155,000.0 - $194,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

JavaScript (Programming Language) Amazon Web Services Unit Testing Microsoft Azure Mobile Application Development Continuous Integration Web Development Distributed Systems Software Engineering TypeScript Large Language Models Information Technology
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Service Stack

Job description

Work Experience18 or more years of software engineering experience, including at least five years architecting systems and at least three years in a technical leadership or consulting role.Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.Demonstrated proficiency in one or more of the following: backend distributed systems, mobile application development, and modern JavaScript/TypeScript web development.Highly proficient across multiple technology stacks with a strong grasp of system design trade-offs including scalability, performance, and maintainability.Hands-on experience with emergent AI coding practices using LLM-based coding tools to accelerate design and delivery workflows.Prior experience in a client-facing consulting capacity, including presenting complex technical concepts to executive and C-suite stakeholders.Prior experience in native application architecture and deployment in a major cloud environment - Azure, AWS, or GCP.Deep understanding of build vs. buy concepts, with the ability to guide clients toward pragmatic technology decisions.Experience with CI/CD tools and techniques, along with automated unit and integration testing practices.Exceptional communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging from engineering-level detail to executive-level strategy.Travel RequirementsUp to 25% of the time Domestic and International TravelIs this role an individual contributor or does it have direct reports?Individual ContributorCertain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $155,000 - $194,000 annually. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base pay.The well-being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:Health and Wellbeing: Heath, Dental, and Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness programFinancial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition ReimbursementPaid Time Off: PTO and Sick Leave (starting at 20 days per year) & Holidays (10 per year), Parental Leave, Military Leave, BereavementAdditional Perks: Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount ProgramWe strive to create an environment where all employees are empowered to succeed based on their skills, performance, and dedication. Our goal is to cultivate a culture of belonging that encourages innovation, collaboration, and respect for all team members, ensuring that WWT remains a great place to work for All!#LI-MP2#LI-REMOTE

Requirements

  • 18 or more years of software engineering experience, including at least five years architecting systems and at least three years in a technical leadership or consulting role.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in one or more of the following: backend distributed systems, mobile application development, and modern JavaScript/TypeScript web development.
  • Highly proficient across multiple technology stacks with a strong grasp of system design trade-offs including scalability, performance, and maintainability.
  • Hands-on experience with emergent AI coding practices using LLM-based coding tools to accelerate design and delivery workflows.
  • Prior experience in a client-facing consulting capacity, including presenting complex technical concepts to executive and C-suite stakeholders.
  • Prior experience in native application architecture and deployment in a major cloud environment - Azure, AWS, or GCP.
  • Deep understanding of build vs. buy concepts, with the ability to guide clients toward pragmatic technology decisions.
  • Experience with CI/CD tools and techniques, along with automated unit and integration testing practices.
  • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging from engineering-level detail to executive-level strategy.

Travel Requirements

Up to 25% of the time Domestic and International Travel

Benefits & conditions

Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $155,000 - $194,000 annually. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base pay.

The well-being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:

  • Health and Wellbeing: Heath, Dental, and Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program
  • Financial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off: PTO and Sick Leave (starting at 20 days per year) & Holidays (10 per year), Parental Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement
  • Additional Perks: Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program

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