Solutions Architect
Spurt!
Solutions Architect
Specialises: is the go-to person for one or more technologies and takes the initiative to learn new ones.
Owns: takes ownership of the production operation and monitoring of the system and is aware of its Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
Coordinates: coordinates team members, providing effective feedback and moderating discussions.
Adjusts: adapts the team processes, actively listening to feedback and guiding the team through the changes.
Subsystem: makes a significant impact on one or more subsystems or team pods.
Evangelises: conducts research, creates proofs of concept, and introduces new technologies to the team.
Evolves: evolves the architecture to support future requirements and defines its SLAs.
Coordinates: coordinates team members, providing effective feedback and moderating discussions.
Defines: defines the appropriate processes for the team's maturity level, balancing agility and discipline.
Team: makes a significant impact on the entire team, not just specific parts of it.
Masters: possesses extensive knowledge about the entire technology stack of the system.
Leads: leads the technical excellence of the system and devises plans to mitigate outages.
Coordinates: coordinates team members, providing effective feedback and moderating discussions.
Defines: defines the appropriate processes for the team's maturity level, balancing agility and discipline.
Multiple Teams: makes a significant impact not only on the entire team but also on other teams.
Masters: possesses extensive knowledge about the entire technology stack of the system.
Leads: leads the technical excellence of the system and devises plans to mitigate outages.
Coordinates: coordinates team members, providing effective feedback and moderating discussions.
Defines: defines the appropriate processes for the team's maturity level, balancing agility and discipline.
Company: makes a significant impact on the entire technology organisation.
- Our Profile
- Spurt! was founded to develop local companies into regional and global giants.
- We leverage digital and social technologies to trigger and nurture the transformative growth of businesses. Our group's operations are clustered into five operating arms: Solutions, Paperclip, MadeIn!, SpurtX! and S.T.E.P.
- We aim to be the leader in equitable and sustainable entrepreneurship by empowering and enabling over a billion entrepreneurs to realise their potential and build prosperity in their communities.
- Our Culture
- We are a fully remote company and engage individuals in and from any part of the world who are passionate about creatively problem-solving and prosperity building. We work long hours solving hard problems and are intentional about being champions of each other’s growth and well-being.
Solutions Architect
- • Lead the build and maintenance of our products based on industry best practices.
- • Establish the technical vision and develop high-quality software products within a competitive commercial framework.
- • Define the architecture, development stack, and technical roadmap for the company's products, overseeing software development and implementing techniques that guarantee a user-friendly experience.
- • Lead strategic planning to achieve business goals by identifying and prioritizing development initiatives and setting timetables for the evaluation, development, and deployment of all web-based services.
- • Monitor analytics and make recommendations that align with business goals.
- • Develop strategic plans and timelines for evaluating and deploying all technical, web, and mobile services.
- • Oversee the end-to-end architecture, design, and development of our B2B SaaS product, ensuring technical excellence, scalability, and performance.
- • Collaborate with product management, engineering teams, and stakeholders to define product requirements, technical specifications, and project timelines.
- • Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams, mentoring and coaching team members to drive continuous improvement and ensure the delivery of high-quality software.
- • Design and develop software solutions and frameworks that align with the product vision, architectural principles, and business requirements.
- • Conduct code reviews, perform quality assurance checks, and implement best practices to ensure code quality, maintainability, and scalability.
- • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, UX/UI designers, and QA teams, to ensure the successful delivery of product features and enhancements.
- • Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies, evaluating their potential to enhance the product and drive innovation.
- • Evaluate and select third-party tools, frameworks, and services to integrate into the product ecosystem, ensuring compatibility and scalability.
- • Act as a technical consultant and advisor to customers, providing guidance on product implementation and customization to meet their specific needs.
Solutions Architect
- Desired Traits:
- - Entrepreneurial Mindset: this is a business after all, we need to be building and breaking barriers, that means we don’t just see problems we create profitable solutions
- - Dynamism: you need to be adept at adjusting quickly and effectively to new situations
- - Integrity: we absolutely need to be able to trust your ability to do what is right, not just what is expedient because we will not be micromanaging you
- - Resourceful: this is a start-up environment, you will not always have the help or resources you need, but we hope you will be adaptable and resourceful in driving value creation and problem-solving
- - Passionate: we are a lot about what we are building at Spurt! and it’s important for your success that you are passionate too
- - Visionary: it is important that you hold the big picture in mind at all times, our mission is quite grand
- - Sociable: remote work is hard to do but is made better by people committed to being present, thoughtful, and communicative
- Qualifications:
- - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- - Proven experience as a Solutions Architect or Product Lead, specifically in building software products that leverage AI and blockchain technologies.
- - Strong technical background and expertise in AI, machine learning, and blockchain frameworks.
- - Familiarity with different AI techniques, such as natural language processing, computer vision, or predictive analytics.
- - In-depth understanding of blockchain principles, cryptography, smart contracts, and decentralized applications.
- - Knowledge of popular AI and blockchain platforms, libraries, and tools, with the ability to evaluate and select appropriate technologies for product development.
- - Experience with cloud platforms and services, such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, and their integration with AI and blockchain solutions.
- - Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in AI and blockchain development, such as Python, Solidity, or Java.
- - Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to architect scalable, secure, and efficient solutions that leverage AI and blockchain technologies.
- - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- - Strong leadership skills, with the ability to lead and inspire a team of developers and engineers working on AI and blockchain projects.
- - Ability to stay updated with the latest advancements in AI and blockchain technologies, industry trends, and best practices.
- Requirements:
- - Experience in designing, developing, and deploying AI-based applications and systems, including machine learning models, data pipelines, and inference engines.
- - Proficiency in developing blockchain-based solutions, including creating and deploying smart contracts, interacting with distributed ledgers, and ensuring security and privacy.
- - Demonstrated ability to lead and manage end-to-end product development cycles, from concept to release, with a focus on AI and blockchain technologies.
- - Strong understanding of the ethical and legal considerations surrounding AI and blockchain technologies, including data privacy, security, and regulatory compliance.
- - Experience in integrating AI and blockchain technologies with existing systems and platforms, ensuring interoperability and seamless user experiences.
- - Ability to assess business requirements and translate them into technical solutions that effectively leverage AI and blockchain technologies.
- - Knowledge of data management, storage, and processing techniques required for AI and blockchain applications.
- - Familiarity with industry standards and best practices related to AI and blockchain, such as open-source frameworks, industry consortia, and governance models.
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