[Job - 29586] System Architect, Colombia

At CI&T, we help large enterprises transform the potential of AI into real business impact with AI Deployment, AI-native execution, and tech-integrated business solutions.

With 30 years of experience in technological transformation, we accelerate innovation with expertise in Agentic SDLC, Application modernization, Data & AI, Martech and Business strategy.

We are 8,000 CI&Ters across more than 25 countries, collaborating to build solutions with real impact. AI is already part of how we work, evolve, and innovate every day.

We are looking for a System/Solutions Architect to join our team and lead the design and implementation of complex back-end software solutions focused on system integration in retail environments. This role will require working closely with a multicultural team spread across Brazil, Colombia, the UK, and the USA, with all communication conducted in English.

• Key Responsibilities:
• Design and architect scalable and high-performance back-end software solutions that integrate various systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications and architectural designs for complex integrations.
• Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and processes to enhance integration efficiency and software quality, with a focus on .NET technologies.
• Ensure solutions are aligned with the overall enterprise architecture and comply with best practices and standards for system reliability and security.
• Lead the development of architectural documentation, including system diagrams, integration strategies, and design patterns for service-oriented architecture (SOA).
• Work closely with development teams to ensure successful implementation of architectural designs, particularly for SOAP and RESTful APIs.
• Conduct architectural reviews and provide feedback to ensure quality and performance within the development lifecycle.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and trends in system integration, assessing their potential impact on the organization and its projects.

• Required Skills and Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in software development and architecture, with a strong focus on designing scalable back-end systems.
• Proficiency in .NET technologies (C#, .NET Framework, .NET Core) and experience with SQL Server for database design.
• Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, for deploying and managing integrated solutions.
• Strong understanding of service-oriented architecture (SOA), software design patterns, and RESTful API design.
• Familiarity with database performance tuning and optimization strategies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Advanced English proficiency.

• Soft Skills:
• Proactive ownership of tasks with a mindset for continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor and guide development teams.
• Collaborative team player who values shared success.
• Ability to adapt to ambiguity and shifting requirements.

• Nice-to-Have Skills:
• Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD tools.
• Familiarity with specification-driven development and agentic approaches to software development.
• Exposure to Agile development methodologies.

If you are an experienced architect looking to take on complex challenges in back-end development and drive innovation in system integration projects, we invite you to apply and become a part of our diverse team!