Pitisci & Associates
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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. Responsibilities / 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, frontend, API development, and data management 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 Relational Databases: Oracle (required), PL/SQL programming, Postgres stored procedures Data Architecture: Data warehousing, ETL processes, database optimization Cloud Platforms and DevOps: AWS components (EC2, RDS, Lambda, API Gateway, CloudFormation, ECS/EKS), auto-scaling, load balancing, disaster recovery DevOps / CI-CD: Jenkins, Git, Docker, Kubernetes, Ansible, Chef Monitoring: Grafana, application performance monitoring Automation: Infrastructure as Code, automated testing Cybersecurity: OWASP, CSA, SSDF compliance; security testing (SAST, DAST, penetration testing); threat modeling and secure development Experience with agile methodologies and modern software lifecycle management Leadership: strong communication and ability to influence stakeholders at all levels Experience architecting high availability, scalability, and performance in mission-critical 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 field Experience in Transportation, Logistics, or Supply Chain Management systems Knowledge of transportation industry standards and regulations Additional Technologies: WildFly/JBoss, Apache Tomcat, Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ, AWS SQS NoSQL Databases: MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis Additional Frameworks: WCF, Entity Framework, JSP, jQuery Familiarity with AI/ML technologies in enterprise software; AI-based accelerated coding and testing is a nice-to-have; experience with AI-accelerated development tools is a plus Experience with SaaS companies, especially with $25M+ annual revenue Industry cloud certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect) Enterprise integration patterns and ESB technologies Knowledge of mobile application architecture and development Performance Skills / Competencies
Exceptional strategic thinking and technology vision Strong executive presence and ability to communicate complex technical concepts Proven track record of building and leading high-performing technical teams Experience managing technical budgets and resources Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities Excellent written and verbal communication, including documentation Ability to work across global teams and time zones Strong planning, scheduling, organization, and follow-through Curiosity and drive to uncover root causes of incidents and resolve them Desire to grow industry knowledge and mentor others 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 Company: Pitisci & Associates
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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. Responsibilities / 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, frontend, API development, and data management 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 Relational Databases: Oracle (required), PL/SQL programming, Postgres stored procedures Data Architecture: Data warehousing, ETL processes, database optimization Cloud Platforms and DevOps: AWS components (EC2, RDS, Lambda, API Gateway, CloudFormation, ECS/EKS), auto-scaling, load balancing, disaster recovery DevOps / CI-CD: Jenkins, Git, Docker, Kubernetes, Ansible, Chef Monitoring: Grafana, application performance monitoring Automation: Infrastructure as Code, automated testing Cybersecurity: OWASP, CSA, SSDF compliance; security testing (SAST, DAST, penetration testing); threat modeling and secure development Experience with agile methodologies and modern software lifecycle management Leadership: strong communication and ability to influence stakeholders at all levels Experience architecting high availability, scalability, and performance in mission-critical 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 field Experience in Transportation, Logistics, or Supply Chain Management systems Knowledge of transportation industry standards and regulations Additional Technologies: WildFly/JBoss, Apache Tomcat, Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ, AWS SQS NoSQL Databases: MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis Additional Frameworks: WCF, Entity Framework, JSP, jQuery Familiarity with AI/ML technologies in enterprise software; AI-based accelerated coding and testing is a nice-to-have; experience with AI-accelerated development tools is a plus Experience with SaaS companies, especially with $25M+ annual revenue Industry cloud certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect) Enterprise integration patterns and ESB technologies Knowledge of mobile application architecture and development Performance Skills / Competencies
Exceptional strategic thinking and technology vision Strong executive presence and ability to communicate complex technical concepts Proven track record of building and leading high-performing technical teams Experience managing technical budgets and resources Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities Excellent written and verbal communication, including documentation Ability to work across global teams and time zones Strong planning, scheduling, organization, and follow-through Curiosity and drive to uncover root causes of incidents and resolve them Desire to grow industry knowledge and mentor others 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 Company: Pitisci & Associates
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