Senior Technical Architect

Job Description: Senior Technical Architect

Role Overview

We are looking for a Technical Architect with 20–25 years of experience to lead the design and delivery of scalable, cloud-based enterprise solutions, with strong exposure to EdTech/LMS and distributed systems.

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Key Responsibilities

· Define and drive end-to-end architecture for enterprise and LMS platforms

· Lead system design, microservices architecture, and cloud strategy

· Ensure scalability, performance, security, and code quality

· Collaborate with stakeholders, product teams, and clients

· Manage multiple projects, ensuring delivery, quality, and timelines

· Drive DevOps, CI/CD, and release management practices

· Lead technical discussions, architecture reviews, and problem-solving

· Support pre-sales (RFPs, solutions, PoCs) and client engagements

· Mentor teams and enforce engineering best practices

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Required Skills

· Backend: PHP / Java / Node.js / Python

· Frontend: React / Angular, HTML, CSS, JavaScript

· Microservices, REST APIs, system integration

· Cloud: AWS / GCP / Azure, Docker, Kubernetes

· Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, NoSQL

· Messaging: Kafka / RabbitMQ

· LMS experience (e.g., Moodle) preferred

· Exposure to AI/ML integrations is a plus

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Profile

· Strong architecture, delivery, and stakeholder management experience

· Proven ability to lead large teams and multiple programs

· Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

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Experience

· 20–25 years in software development and architecture

· Bachelor’s/Master’s in Engineering

· An ideal candidate would be a hands-on Technical Architect who can guide the team for value delivery

Domain Expertise

· Experience in EdTech / LMS platforms (highly preferred)

· Exposure to Web Commerce, Supply Chain, Telecom, or Transportation domains

· Understanding of user experience, content delivery, and digital platforms

Leadership & Soft Skills

· Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills

· Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability

· Proven ability to lead large teams and multiple programs simultaneously

· Ability to balance technical depth with business priorities

Success Metrics

· Successful delivery of scalable, high-performing enterprise platforms

· Improved system performance, reliability, and cost efficiency

· High customer satisfaction and stakeholder alignment

· Contribution to business growth through pre-sales and innovation

· Strong team capability and engineering maturity

About Academian

Website: www.academian.com

Academian is a carve-out of an existing 22-year IT company – Intraedge Inc ( www.intraedge.com )

Academian is a service, product, and learning development company in the education domain with a current headcount of 500+ team members. We are rapidly becoming a leading force in the education technology space.

We specialize in delivering innovative services, products, and learning development solutions tailored for the education sector. Our expertise spans across K-12, higher education, professional institutions, publishers, online program managers (OPMs), and corporate learning environments.

At Academian, we combine deep industry knowledge with a product-oriented design approach , enabling us to craft high-impact learning experiences and technology solutions. From content development and media production to strategic staffing and custom software development, we support every phase of the educational lifecycle.

Our Specialties Include:

EdTech Solutions : LMS, CMS, Custom Software, Cloud Architecture

Digital Learning : Content Design, Learning Experience Design, Accessibility, Media Development

Education Services : K-12, Higher Education, Workforce Development, Publishing & Prepress

Strategic Services : Product Management, Strategic Consulting, Technology & Digital Transformation, Staffing.

We’re passionate about shaping the future of learning—and we’re looking for talented, mission-driven individuals to grow with us. Join our team and be part of building meaningful solutions that make a real impact in education.

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