IT Senior Manager - Solutions Architect

Datahash is a leading first party data platform that has evolved to become a privacy centric, smart, affordable Customer Data Platform. Datahash's low-code, no-code platform enables marketers to unlock the value of their customer data by providing safe, compliant integrations between web, app, E-commerce, CRM, Marketing Automation, Data warehouses and Ad Channel accounts. Datahash is one of the very few companies having badged partnerships with channels like Meta, Snapchat, TikTok, etc. Datahash is a thought leader on most important digital marketing topics of today, namely first party data and third party cookie deprecation.

Location: Bangalore (Hybrid)

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect with a passion for designing and building cloud-native applications on AWS. This role is ideal for someone with a deep understanding of distributed systems, modern architecture patterns, microservices, application security, and enterprise-level architecture. The Solution Architect will be responsible for translating complex business requirements into scalable, resilient, and secure application architectures, leveraging AWS services and a strong background in programming languages like Java and Python.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Architect and Design: Develop end-to-end architecture for cloud-native applications, ensuring alignment with business and technical requirements. Design serverless and microservices-based distributed systems using modern AWS services (e.g., Lambda, ECS, EKS, API Gateway, RDS, DynamoDB, SQS, Kinesis, etc.).
   

2. Enterprise Architecture: Define and document solution architecture and best practices, integrating with the broader enterprise architecture strategy to enable a cohesive technology landscape.
   

3. Technical Leadership: Lead technical discussions and provide guidance to development teams on best practices for application development, application security, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), DevOps, and automation.
   

4. Application Security: Incorporate security best practices into solution designs, ensuring data privacy, compliance, and application integrity across all architecture layers.
   

5. Collaboration: Work closely with stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences effectively..
   

6. Prototyping and Development: Build working prototypes and proof-of-concept applications to validate new ideas, iterate on designs, and ensure technical feasibility. Work hands-on with the team to solve technical issues and create robust solutions.
   

7. Optimization and Performance Tuning: Ensure applications are optimized for maximum speed, reliability, and scalability, considering performance best practices.
   

8. Mentorship and Code Review: Mentor junior developers, conduct code reviews, and establish and enforce coding standards to ensure clean, maintainable code.
   

9. Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on emerging trends in application architecture and development, drive innovation in development practices and tools.
   

Requirements

Technical Qualifications:

• 10+ years of professional experience in application development with at least 5+ years in  Solutions Architecture or similar leadership role in a product-based company.
  

• Strong understanding and proven expertise in public cloud platforms preferably  AWS.
  

• Strong knowledge of modern application architecture, distributed systems, microservices, serverless patterns and API-driven development.
  

• Proficient in Java or Python, with experience in writing and reviewing code.
  

• Solid understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks, solution design and documentation.
  

• Solid understanding of application security, network security, and data encryption practices.
  

• Experience with cloud-native tools and technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, and CI/CD pipelines.
  

• Experience in setting up and maintaining coding standards, conducting code reviews, and enforcing quality best practices.
  

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  

• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and solving issues.
  

• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and lead initiatives with minimal supervision.