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Chief Software ArchitectPitisci & Associates • Atlanta, GA, US
Chief Software Architect

Chief Software Architect

Pitisci & Associates • Atlanta, GA, US
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Chief Software Architect

Direct Hire - Perm

Atlanta, GA (Hybrid)

No sponsorship; no third parties

Our client is seeking a Chief Architect to join their team, hybrid in Atlanta, GA.

Job Summary :

The Chief Architect will lead the strategic technology vision and architectural direction for a Transportation Management Systems (TMS) platform. This senior leadership role is responsible for designing and overseeing enterprise-scale, multi-tenant SaaS architectures that serve global transportation and logistics operations.

The Chief Architect will collaborate with executive leadership, product management, and engineering teams to ensure our platform remains scalable, secure, and aligned with business objectives while driving innovation in bulk and break-bulk transportation technologies. This position requires deep technical expertise combined with strategic thinking and exceptional leadership skills to guide our globally adopted platform's continued growth and evolution.

Qualifications :

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Define and communicate the overall technical architecture strategy and roadmap for the TMS platform, ensuring alignment with business goals and market requirements
  • Lead the design and implementation of enterprise-scale, distributed, multi-tenant SaaS architectures capable of supporting global transportation operations
  • Establish and enforce architectural standards, principles, and best practices across all development teams and technology stacks
  • Oversee the evolution of system architecture to support scalability, performance, security, and reliability requirements for business-critical applications
  • Collaborate with C-level executives, product management, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into comprehensive technical solutions and platform capabilities
  • Guide technology selection decisions and evaluate emerging technologies for potential adoption, including cloud platforms, development frameworks, and architectural patterns
  • Lead cross-functional architecture review processes and ensure compliance with established standards and governance policies
  • Mentor and develop senior architects and engineering leaders, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning
  • Drive the adoption of modern software engineering practices including microservices, API-first design, DevOps, and cloud-native architectures
  • Ensure platform security, compliance, and adherence to industry standards including OWASP, CSA, and transportation industry regulations
  • Oversee disaster recovery, business continuity, and system reliability strategies for mission-critical transportation operations
  • Represent Company in technical forums, industry conferences, and client architectural discussions
  • Develop and maintain architectural documentation, technical roadmaps, and platform blueprints
  • Lead technical due diligence for potential acquisitions, partnerships, and technology investments

Required Qualifications :

  • Minimum of 15+ years of progressive experience in software development and architecture, with at least 5 years in senior architectural leadership roles
  • Proven track record of designing and implementing large-scale, distributed, multi-tenant SaaS platforms serving enterprise customers
  • Expert-level proficiency in multiple programming languages and technology stacks, including :
  • Backend Technologies : Java, C#, .NET Core, Spring Framework, ASP.NET
  • Frontend Technologies : JavaScript, TypeScript, Angular, React, HTML5, CSS3
  • API Development : RESTful services, microservices architecture, Web API
  • Deep expertise with enterprise databases and data management :
  • Relational Databases : Oracle (required), PL / SQL programming, Postgres stored procedures
  • Data Architecture : Data warehousing, ETL processes, database optimization
  • Extensive experience with cloud platforms and services :
  • AWS : EC2, RDS, Lambda, API Gateway, CloudFormation, ECS / EKS
  • Cloud Architecture : Auto-scaling, load balancing, disaster recovery
  • Strong knowledge of DevOps and CI / CD practices :
  • Tools : Jenkins, Git, Docker, Kubernetes, Ansible, Chef
  • Monitoring : Grafana, application performance monitoring
  • Automation : Infrastructure as Code, automated testing
  • Comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and practices :
  • Standards : OWASP, CSA, SSDF compliance
  • Security Testing : SAST, DAST, penetration testing
  • Secure Development : Threat modeling, security architecture
  • Demonstrated experience with agile methodologies, software development lifecycle management, and modern development practices
  • Strong leadership and communication skills with ability to influence technical and business stakeholders at all organizational levels
  • Experience architecting systems for high availability, scalability, and performance in mission-critical business environments
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple strategic initiatives simultaneously
  • Willingness to travel occasionally for client meetings, conferences, and team collaboration
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field
  • Experience in Transportation, Logistics, or Supply Chain Management systems
  • Knowledge of transportation industry standards and regulations
  • Experience with additional technologies :
  • Application Servers : WildFly / JBoss, Apache Tomcat
  • Messaging : Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ, AWS SQS
  • NoSQL Databases : MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis
  • Additional Frameworks : WCF, Entity Framework, JSP, jQuery
  • Familiarity with AI / ML technologies and their application in enterprise software
  • AI-based accelerated coding and testing is a strong nice-to-have skill and experience.
  • Experience with AI-accelerated development tools (Microsoft Copilot, GitHub Copilot)
  • Previous experience in SaaS companies with $25M+ annual revenue
  • Industry certifications in cloud platforms (AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect)
  • Experience with enterprise integration patterns and ESB technologies
  • Knowledge of mobile application architecture and development
  • Performance Skills / Competencies :

  • Exceptional strategic thinking and technology vision capabilities
  • Strong executive presence and ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
  • Proven track record of building and leading high-performing technical teams
  • Experience managing technical budgets and resource allocation
  • Strong problem-solving skills with ability to balance technical excellence with business pragmatism
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation and documentation abilities
  • Ability to work effectively across global teams and different time zones
  • Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities under pressure
  • Polished written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong teamwork skills, including the ability to work with teams in different geographic regions.
  • Strong planning, scheduling, organization skills
  • Strong curiosity and drive to uncover root cause of incidents and find solutions.
  • Strong desire to develop deep industry knowledge and increase autonomy as product and industry knowledge increases, ultimately becoming a mentor to other employees.
  • Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with emerging technologies
  • Required Education :

  • Masters or better in Computer Science or related field.
  • Masters or better in Software Engineering or related field.
  • Experience Required :

    Minimum of 15+ years of progressive experience in software development and architecture, with at least 5 years in senior architectural leadership roles

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