Stellenbeschreibung:

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of DEK. We are currently looking for a Principal Architect (Application Architecture - Payments Industry Experience) in Charlotte, NC, USA.

This role offers a unique opportunity for an experienced architect to lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and efficient application systems within the payments industry. The Principal Architect will provide technical leadership, strategic guidance, and architectural oversight across diverse projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and client needs. Success in this position requires both deep technical expertise and strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Candidates will have the chance to influence system design, drive best practices, and contribute to innovative solutions that impact global clients. This is a high-impact role suited for someone who thrives in complex environments and enjoys mentoring and shaping technical strategy.

Accountabilities:

• Lead the design and architecture of information systems, including frontend and backend technologies, databases, cloud infrastructure, and networking solutions.
• Translate logical system designs into physical implementations while ensuring security, performance, and compliance standards.
• Provide strategic guidance to project teams and stakeholders, influencing architectural decisions and resource allocation.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and effective communication among technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Promote architectural best practices, ensuring high-quality design, development, and deployment standards.
• Navigate complex technical and organizational landscapes to balance competing priorities and requirements.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in application architecture with proficiency in frontend and backend technologies, programming languages, frameworks, databases, cloud infrastructure, containerization, and application security.
• Strong background in software integration using ESBs, MQs, API Gateways, and event streaming solutions.
• Proficiency in Agile, DevOps, and TDD methodologies, along with familiarity with development tools such as Eclipse, Visual Studio, and database software.
• Demonstrated Payments industry experience, including payment processing solutions.
• Knowledge of system design patterns such as OOP, FP, CQRS, REST, SOLID, and SmartUI.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly.
• Proven ability to lead distributed teams, mentor junior staff, and collaborate effectively with clients and stakeholders globally.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Preferred Skills:

• Expertise in solution planning, product roadmaps, service blueprints, and technology diagrams (C4, data flow, etc.).
• Strong negotiation, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Adaptable, entrepreneurial mindset with innovative and analytical thinking.
• Experience guiding cross-functional teams and fostering consensus across diverse stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and share plan opportunities.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, and disability options.
• Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• 401(k) Safe Harbor retirement plan with employer match, fully vested immediately.
• Flexible spending accounts for medical, transit, and dependent care.
• Career development support, global growth opportunities, mentorship programs, and leadership training.
• Access to internal tech communities, hobby groups, inclusion and diversity programs, and company events.
• Hybrid work and flexible schedules, employee assistance programs, and wellness initiatives.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through an AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the role’s core requirements and past success factors to determine a match score.
🎯 The 3 candidates with the highest match are automatically shortlisted.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once shortlisting is completed, we share it with the hiring company, who will decide on next steps such as interviews or assessments.

Thank you for your interest!

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