Sr. Platform Architect – Enterprise and Hosting Systems

Bankjoy is a Y Combinator and Bessemer Venture Partner backed FinTech startup. We are changing the way community banks and credit unions do business, enabling them to become tech-driven and digital first. Bankjoy provides modern digital banking products including mobile banking, online banking, online account opening, loan origination, and conversational AI. Our mission is to revolutionize banking tech infrastructure by leading digital transformation at financial institutions — big and small.

We are seeking a highly skilled Platform Architect to join our platform team. This role is pivotal in supporting our Director of Platform by addressing platform architecture needs and ensuring the robustness of our systems. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in .NET development, a strong understanding of Microsoft Azure containerized hosting systems, and proven experience with DDoS bot protection strategies. Additionally, familiarity with Open API, Authentication systems, and Data Analytics is highly preferred. This position requires a hands-on technical leader who can bridge the gap between our software and hosting environments, especially during critical incidents.

This position pays between 180,000 - 220,000 CAD per anum

Key Responsibilities

• Architectural Design: Design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performing architectures for enterprise-grade systems leveraging Microsoft technologies.

• Technical Troubleshooting: Act as the primary resource for diagnosing and resolving issues involving the interplay of .NET applications, Azure containerized hosting systems, and security threats like DDoS bot attacks.

• Collaboration: Partner with engineers, the Director of Platform, and stakeholders to identify architectural improvements and address challenges in real-time.

• Open API Expertise: Lead the design and implementation of Open API integrations to enhance platform extensibility and interoperability.

• Authentication Systems: Architect and optimize authentication solutions, including OAuth 2.0, mTLS, and other secure protocols.

• Data Analytics: Collaborate with data teams to ensure seamless integration of analytics modules and data pipelines into the platform.

• Innovation: Introduce best practices and emerging technologies to enhance the platform’s resilience, scalability, and performance.

• Proactive Monitoring: Develop and implement solutions for real-time monitoring of hosting systems to ensure uptime and mitigate risks during outages or attacks.

• Mentorship: Guide and support engineers in understanding architectural principles and implementing secure and efficient solutions.

• Documentation: Maintain thorough documentation of system architecture, workflows, and incident resolutions to support ongoing improvement efforts.

• Cloud Optimization: Optimize Azure-hosted environments to ensure cost efficiency, scalability, and high availability.

• Security Leadership: Design and implement robust security measures, including DDoS protection, mTLS, and VPN tunneling, to safeguard our platform.

Qualifications

Required:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

• Experience: Minimum of 10 years in software development, with 5+ years in architectural roles.

• Technical Expertise:

  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft .NET, C#, and ASP.NET.

  • Extensive experience with Microsoft Azure services, particularly hosting, scaling, and high-availability solutions.

  • Proven expertise in handling DDoS bot protection and securing cloud environments.

  • Strong knowledge of Open API, Authentication systems, and Data Analytics solutions.

  • Knowledge of microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and distributed systems.

  • Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, or Bicep.

  • Strong knowledge of SQL Server and other Microsoft database technologies.

• Problem-Solving:

  • Demonstrated ability to diagnose and resolve hosting system and software integration issues.

  • Experience optimizing platform performance under stress conditions, including during security incidents.

Preferred:

• Experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and containerization technologies.

• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools, such as Azure DevOps.

• Background in agile methodologies and cross-functional team collaboration.

Soft Skills

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.

• Proven leadership and mentorship abilities to guide engineering teams.

• Strong analytical skills to address complex technical challenges.

What you get:

• A fast-paced and collaborative environment 

• Competitive compensation

• Stock options at a well-funded startup

• 100% medical, dental and vision coverage for you on our base plans

• 50% coverage for families in the US & 100% coverage for families in Canada

• 401(k) plan with 4% company matching (US Employees)

• 3-5 weeks PTO depending on tenure

• 5 health days

• 15 holidays

• End of year shutdown

• Performance-based bonuses (US & Canadian Employees)

• Remote first culture

   

Equal Employment Opportunities at Bankjoy

Bankjoy is committed to hiring talented and qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds for all of its tech, non-tech, and leadership roles. Bankjoy provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.

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