Cloud Application Architect

This role will be responsible for application architecture, security standards, performance requirements and collaboration with development teams to translate application requirements into efficient cloud designs.

Job Summary:

Performs design and software programming for products and services (both internal and external) with focus on surpassing customer expectations, on achieving high quality and on-time delivery. Creates, documents, and executes software designs which may involve significant re-architecture of important systems, defining and coordinating implementation of wide-reaching impacts. Acts as technical lead and sets the technical direction of a product. Promotes innovation through the ability to introduce new technology/knowledge into the product and to our people

Works under the guidance of engineering manager to architect and develop solutions. Collaborate with functional experts to understand technical requirements and create high and low level design documents. Participate in entire lifecycle of project including hands on configurations and customization of various products. Must be eager and able to learn new technologies from wide DI SW portfolio rapidly. Collaborate with globally distributed teams for delivery of solution per project needs. The job may require occasional travel including international travel.

Prerequisites and Essential Functions:

Responsible for ensuring the overall functional quality of the released product on all required platforms and mechanism. Ability to understand complex products, solutions, and problems. Creates, documents, and executes software designs which may involve significant re-architecture of important systems, defining and coordinating implementation of wide-reaching impacts. Frequently consults with customers in regard to future upgrades and products. Influences the technical direction for one area of a product. Promotes innovation through the ability to introduce new technology/knowledge into at least one area of a product and to our people. Provides high-level technical expertise, including performing in-depth and complex software systems programming and analysis. Provide problem resolution and technical leadership for the group. Possesses broad knowledge of internal operating systems, applications implications and customer areas. Technical Lead in guiding junior engineers. Works without supervision on highly complex projects with complete latitude for independent judgment and technical expertise. Extensive knowledge of the field.

Responsibilities:

• Design the overall architecture of cloud-native applications, including microservices, APIs, and data stores.
• Develop the architecture strategy of transforming legacy applications into a cloud application
• Design applications for scalability, high availability, and optimal performance in the cloud.
• Implement security best practices into the application design, including authentication, authorization, and data protection.
• Create and maintain architectural diagrams, design documents, and API specifications.
• Design cost-effective solutions by selecting appropriate services and optimizing resource utilization.
• Define integration strategies with existing systems and third-party services.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams on cloud best practices and architectural patterns.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure adherence to architectural principles and coding standards.
• Develop POCs to evaluate new technologies and architectural approaches.
• Champion the use of automation tools for infrastructure provisioning, deployment, and testing (DevOps).
• Design and implement Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery pipelines.
• Define monitoring and logging strategies for cloud applications to ensure performance and identify potential issues.
• Assist in troubleshooting complex issues related to cloud applications.
• Optimize application performance and resource utilization in the cloud environment.
• Participate in security audits and implement necessary security measures.
• Contribute to the development of the organization's cloud roadmap and strategy.
• Research and evaluate emerging cloud technologies and their potential impact on the organization.
• Stay up-to-date with cloud best practices and industry trends.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, product owners to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions
• Effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in software programming, with a focus on enterprise applications, is required.
• At least 3 years of experience in software design
• Demonstrated experience in software development, including strong programming skills in at least one of the following languages: Java, JavaScript, C#, C++, or Python.
• Deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS/Azure).
• Experience with various architectural patterns (microservices, event-driven architecture, etc.).
• Must have hands on development experience of an enterprise cloud native applications
• Knowledge of DevOps principles and tools.
• Strong understanding of security best practices in the cloud.
• Must have technical propensity to understand architecture of PLM portfolio. Experience with DI SW products is desirable.
• Good communication and collaboration skills. Ability to manage expectations in highly matrixed organization. Must be excellent team player.
• Must have Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Mechanical, Electrical engineering or related field. Master degree highly preferred.

Key working Relationships:

Primarily intra-organizational contacts and external contacts.

Offer of employment with Siemens is conditioned upon the successful completion of background check and drug screen subject to applicable laws and regulations.

Why us?

Working at Siemens Software means flexibility - Choosing between working at home and the office at other times is the norm here. We offer great benefits and rewards, as you'd expect from a world leader in industrial software.

A collection of over 377,000 minds building the future, one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we welcome applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow!

Siemens Software. Transform the Everyday

The salary range for this position is $126,100 to $227,000 and this role is eligible to earn incentive compensation. The actual compensation offered is based on the successful candidate's work location as well as additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education/training. Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: www.benefitsquickstart.com. In addition, this position is eligible for time off in accordance with Company policies, including paid sick leave, paid parental leave, PTO (for non-exempt employees) or non-accrued flexible vacation (for exempt employees).

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