Lead Technical Architect (Cloud API)

About this role

Job Description: We are   seeking   an experienced and highly skilled   Technical Architect   to join our team and drive the architecture and development of robust middleware solutions within our web applications. As a pivotal part of our team, you will design and implement scalable, performant, and secure middleware architectures that seamlessly integrate with third-party systems, manage data flow across   various services , and support the broader headless web application ecosystem.       In this role, you will work with   cutting-edge   technologies like   Node.js ,   GraphQL ,   TypeScript , and   headless CMS platforms   such as   Contentful, Sitecore,   and Optimizely  to build modern, service-oriented architectures and microservices. You will   be responsible for   ensuring smooth integration with external systems like   Salesforce ,   Auth0 , and   Enterprise Data Platforms (EDPs) , among others. You will also play a key role in shaping and delivering solutions on cloud platforms such as   AWS   or   Azure .      This position requires someone with deep   expertise   in middleware architecture, microservice design patterns, cloud technologies , and headless CMSs . You should have a proven   track record   of delivering complex technical solutions in a fast-paced environment and be able to work collaboratively across teams to deliver high-quality outcomes.       Responsibilities  

• Design ,   Architect , and Implement   Middleware Solutions:   Lead the design and implementation of scalable, high-performance middleware components for web applications, using modern technologies and patterns (e.g., microservices, service-oriented architecture).  

• Integration with Third-Party Systems:   Architect and develop integration layers with third-party systems, including   Salesforce ,   Auth0 ,   EDPs , and other external services to ensure seamless data flow and interactions.  

• Service-Oriented Architecture & Microservices:   Implement and guide the development of service-oriented architectures and microservices, with a focus on scalability, maintainability, and flexibility.  

• GraphQL   & API Design:   Design and   optimize   GraphQL   schemas to create flexible and efficient APIs that enable frontend and backend systems to communicate seamlessly.  

• Cloud Platform Expertise:   Leverage cloud services (AWS   or   Azure) to design and deploy scalable solutions,   utilizing   cloud-native services for optimization and resilience.  

• Technical Leadership & Collaboration:   Collaborate with development teams across frontend   and   backend to ensure alignment of middleware architecture with overall system architecture.   Provide   technical guidance to engineers   as needed over time .  

• Performance & Optimization:   Ensure the middleware services are optimized for performance, reliability, and scalability. Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and ensure high availability and fault tolerance.  

• Security & Compliance:   Ensure that middleware services adhere to industry standards for security, compliance, and data protection.    

Qualifications  

• Technical Expertise:   Proven experience in building complex middleware systems using   Node.js ,   GraphQL ,   TypeScript , and integration with headless CMS platforms like   Contentful , Sitecore,   Optimizely , or similar .  

• Cloud Architecture:   Strong experience with cloud platforms, particularly   AWS   or   Azure , and knowledge of cloud-native architectures, services, and deployment strategies.  

• Microservices & SOA Expertise:   In-depth experience in designing and implementing   microservices   and   service-oriented architectures (SOA)   with a focus on scalability and maintainability.  

• API Design:   Solid understanding of   GraphQL   and traditional RESTful APIs, including performance tuning, optimization, and security best practices.  

• Third-Party System Integration:   Experience integrating with third-party systems such as   Salesforce ,   Auth0 ,   EDPs , and other external platforms.  

• System Architecture & Design Patterns:   Strong background in architectural patterns like   Backend for Frontend (BFF) ,   and   event-driven design.  

• Leadership & Communication:   Excellent leadership and mentoring skills with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.  

• Problem Solving & Innovation:   Ability to tackle complex technical challenges and propose innovative solutions while balancing business needs with technical feasibility.  

• Education & Experience:   Bachelor’s  degree   in   Computer Science , Engineering, or   a related field, or equivalent experience. Minimum of 8 years of professional software engineering experience, with at least 3 years   in   an architectura l   r ole.  

Preferred  

• CI/CD Pipelines:   Experience with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) tools and processes.  

• Agile Methodologies:   Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and the ability to work in fast-paced, iterative environments.  

• Experience with   Contentful, Sitecore, Optimizely, or   simila r headless CMS   platforms.  

• Experience working with distributed and remote teams .  

The annual salary range for this position is $113,000 - $158,750. Placement within the salary range is based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and other factors permitted by law.

Benefits available with this position include: • Medical, vision, and dental insurance, • Life insurance, • Short-term and long-term disability insurance, • 401k, • Flexible paid time off, • At least 15 paid holidays per year, • Paid sick and safe leave, and • Paid parental leave.

Dentsu also complies with applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with i

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