Solutions Architect, Livefront

• You're a problem-solver with impeccable intuition
• You have a long history of working with software technologies on various platforms, and when you confront something unfamiliar, you figure it out quickly and correctly
• You're just as comfortable designing an architecture as you are doing the heavy lifting to implement it
• You love software craft, have a high standard for your work, and lead by example
• You're not limited by software engineering dogma, and your engineering principles are mature, fluid, and influenced by your experience, your peers, and our industry's ever-changing landscape
• You want to work with passionate and talented people who are always looking for ways to make things better
• You desire a work environment where respect, mutual trust, and egoless collaboration are paramount
• You want colleagues who take their work seriously but not themselves, and who know how to let loose and have a good time
• You like being part of a team that has a reputation for excellence and gives back to the community by educating, mentoring, and sponsoring
• You want to work on products and accounts that have outsized impact and reach
• You believe in sweating the details, giving a damn about quality, and taking pride in going the extra mile
• At least 7-10 years of software engineering experience, preferably in a consulting environment or as part of an in-house, cross-functional product team
• Experience building consumer-facing native mobile and web applications, with a fluent command of the native languages and core frameworks
• Demonstrated expertise architecting, building, maintaining, and scaling modern software on various platforms
• Ability to design, setup, and maintain DevOps pipelines using various tools and techniques
• Ability to design and maintain CI/CD pipelines and manage complex deployments. Scripting expertise (Unix shell, Ruby, Perl, etc.)
• Experience designing APIs and writing API specifications
• Ability to clearly articulate technical requirements to other engineers
• An understanding of computer networking (e.g. VPNs, SSH, Wi-Fi) and have experience setting up, maintaining, and troubleshooting computer networks
• A keen sense for security: you're able to think around corners and see potential risks
• An ability to understand client expectations, the work the team has done and still has to do to meet those expectations, and the ability to motivate the team to successfully deliver
• Work samples showcasing performant, neatly organized code with clean, well-implemented user interfaces
• A talent for communicating directly with clients, managing expectations, and explaining advanced technical concepts and their implications
• Excellent communication skills and a strong ability to present and defend technical and architectural choices persuasively
• Renowned problem-solving skills
• Above-average discipline and personal organization skills.A demonstrated hunger for personal and professional growth
• A self-evident love and care for the craft of software engineering
• Comfort with occasional travel to our HQ in MN

Desirable

• We’re looking for an outstanding Solutions Architect to join our team
• This role is an intentional blend of API design, app architecture, code review, DevOps, release management, technical spikes, and client communication
• You can skillfully articulate requirements to our internal team, and you can navigate complex technical discussions and decisions with our client partners
• Architecture Design & Implementation: Lead the design of robust architectures tailored to client needs. Implement these solutions hands-on, ensuring scalability and maintainability
• API Design & Integration: Design, develop, and integrate APIs, ensuring seamless communication between systems and enhancing overall performance
• Technical Leadership: Guide and mentor engineering teams, conduct code reviews, and set technical standards. Engage in technical spikes to explore new technologies and methods
• Client Interaction: Work closely with clients to understand their business goals, present technical solutions, and adjust strategies based on feedback
• DevOps & Release Management: Design, set up, and maintain CI/CD pipelines. Manage deployment processes, ensuring smooth and reliable releases
• Problem-Solving & Troubleshooting: Address and resolve technical issues promptly, ensuring minimal disruption to project timelines
• Adaptability: Engage in diverse projects, from API design to live team support to fulltime DevOps, adapting your skills to meet varied client needs

• When applying, please include a short note about yourself, a summary of your work experience, and a link to any public profiles you actively maintain (e.g. GitHub, LinkedIn, etc)
• Our hiring process moves quickly and consists of several stages for candidates who capture our attention with their initial submission, sometimes including but not limited to a short preliminary phone interview, a series of video interviews, and a short take-home exercise which you'll have up to a week to complete