OverviewThe Principal Software Architect role is a senior technical member within the software engineering group that is responsible for the technical standards, architectural design, software design, development, and delivery of software solutions and services spanning our ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), and custom .NET solutions and other platforms as we modernize our infrastructure and software stack. They will serve as a critical and collaborative member of the team to establish best practices, ensure code quality, and engage in mentoring opportunities. This role is core to building a seamless and interconnected experience for our stakeholders across the organization. The ideal candidate will have a passion for learning and growth, not only their technical skills, but their knowledge of our business operations, practices, processes, data, and in how we can more effectively support the needs of the business and operate as a partner for success.ResponsibilitiesWork on research, technical analysis, and prototyping to solve business challenges, and technical modernizationDesign and develop features that align with business processes, simplifying workflows, while enhancing productivityWork with product management in suggesting and clarifying product requirementsCommunicate and collaborate with engineering teams, architects, and product managementProactively look for ways to improve solutionsArchitect, design, develop and document subsystems and system components consisting of several objects working together to execute an encapsulated function of the larger systemEstablish technical standards and governanceInteract with representatives of other cross functional teams to understand and/or recommend requirements and strategies for the projectBe able to create abstraction layers that support agnostic architectures and software strategiesProvide technical direction, leadership, and reviews to other engineers working Be seen as a thought leader for the companyQualifications10 years of professional experience writing modern desktop, mobile, and/or web solutions Technical expertise in languages such as C#, VB.NET, Python, C , ASP.NET MVC Core, or JavaFull stack software management experienceAgile software development skillsVersatile in cloud related technologiesDemonstrated skills in API’s / microservicesDemonstrated technical and architectural leadership skillsDemonstrated skills in data design and managementStrong architectural leadership experience in SaaS in enterprise software solutionsStrong working knowledge of Cloud, preferably Microsoft AzureFamiliar with Software Deployment and Lifecycle Management (preferably Microsoft Azure DevOps)High degree of competence in written and verbal communication skills, including experience communicating with executive audiencesPreferred QualificationsMicrosoft application development skillsExperience in programming languages C , C#, VB.NET, ASP.NET MVC CoreCloud development experience in Microsoft AzureExperience in developing and publishing Android and iOS mobile appsEducationBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s degree preferred.