Objective of the Role

Serves as a pivotal technical leader, responsible for driving the design, development, and evolution of advanced software systems and architectures. This role requires a deep understanding of engineering principles, strategic decision-making, and the ability to influence and align teams toward achieving organizational goals. Ensures the scalability and reliability of solutions and fosters a culture of innovation and technical excellence.

Main Responsibilities

Lead the design and implementation of complex, scalable software architectures, ensuring alignment with the organization’s technology strategy and long-term vision.
Act as a trusted advisor to leadership, contributing to strategic technical decisions and aligning engineering initiatives with business objectives.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, propose innovative solutions, and deliver high-quality systems that meet both business and technical needs.
Mentor Staff Engineers and other technical leaders, providing guidance on best practices, architectural standards, and professional development.
Drive the adoption of cutting-edge technologies and methodologies, positioning the organization as a leader in innovation and engineering excellence.
Oversee and coordinate the execution of large-scale technical projects, ensuring delivery timelines, quality standards, and strategic alignment are met.
Ensure robust system performance by identifying and resolving architectural bottlenecks, implementing optimization strategies, and designing for scalability and reliability.
Establish and enforce technical standards, including secure coding practices, automated testing frameworks, and CI/CD pipelines, to maintain high-quality deliverables.
Collaborate with Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) and security teams to enhance system reliability, optimize infrastructure, and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including system designs, operational processes, and architectural blueprints, to support organizational knowledge sharing.
Actively contribute to incident response and root cause analysis, ensuring swift resolution and long-term prevention of critical system failures.
Promote a culture of collaboration, diversity, and inclusion within engineering teams, fostering an environment of mutual respect and high performance.
Participate in and influence the technology roadmap, working with Solution Architects and leadership to align on strategic priorities and investments.
Drive technical innovation by prototyping and experimenting with new tools, technologies, and frameworks to assess their potential impact and feasibility.
Promote an autonomous work culture by encouraging self-management, accountability, and proactive problem-solving among team members.
Serve as a Spin Culture Ambassador to foster and maintain a positive, inclusive, and dynamic work environment that aligns with the company's values and culture.

Required Knowledge and Experience

10+ years of experience in software development, with extensive expertise in designing and implementing large-scale systems and architectures.
Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, or Node.js, with advanced knowledge of frontend frameworks (React, Angular) and backend systems.
Proven experience with microservices architecture, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and API management.
Advanced understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and their application in building scalable, secure systems.
Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and mentor engineering leaders, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture.
Expertise in database technologies, including SQL and NoSQL systems, and familiarity with data modeling and performance optimization.
Strong background in Agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and implementing CI/CD pipelines.
Deep knowledge of software security practices and compliance standards, including SAST and DAST tools.