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Solution Architect


Company : RapidBrains


Location : Pune, Maharashtra


Created : 2025-05-03


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Title: Solution ArchitectExperience: 10+ YearsLocation: RemoteContract Duration: 3+ MonthsWork Time: 10:30 AM IST to 7:30 PM ISTJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Solution Architect with full-stack engineering expertise to lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and performant systems. The ideal candidate will provide technical leadership, define architectural blueprints, and ensure alignment across multiple engineering teams and stakeholders. Primary technology focus includes React (Next.js), Angular, Node.js (NestJS), Elasticsearch, GenAI agents, and Strapi (Headless CMS).ResponsibilitiesDefine end-to-end architecture aligning with product and business goals across frontend, backend, data, and AI layers.Lead architectural reviews, select suitable technologies, and maintain solution consistency across teams.Drive non-functional requirements including security, performance, observability, availability, and maintainability.Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Product, Design, DevOps, AI/ML, and Security.Architect scalable front-end solutions using React with Next.js, emphasizing SSR for SEO and performance.Develop backend microservices using Node.js (NestJS) with REST and GraphQL APIs.Integrate headless CMS (Strapi) for dynamic, role-based content delivery.Implement search and recommendation features using Elasticsearch (full-text and geo-spatial queries).Work with AI engineers to embed GenAI-powered features (smart agents, contextual search, recommendations).Own key architectural decisions to ensure scalability and modularity.Define reusable UI components and backend service patterns.Guide teams with clean architecture principles, code reviews, and high coding standards.Conduct POCs and tech spikes to assess emerging technologies.Set and enforce security, observability, and performance best practices.Collaborate with DevOps to maintain CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation.Primary Skills10+ years in full-stack engineering with 4+ years in architectural roles.Expertise in React.js, Next.js with SSR and hybrid rendering.Proficiency in Node.js with NestJS for backend microservices.Hands-on experience with Strapi or other headless CMS platforms.Advanced use of Elasticsearch for search and recommendations.Experience implementing GenAI features like natural language search and intelligent agents.Strong GraphQL API design and integration skills.Proficient in TypeScript, JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, CSS3.Solid understanding of caching with Redis.Experience with Redux (React) and NgRx (Angular).Testing skills using Jest, Jasmine, Karma.Expertise in SSR, API optimization, and performance tuning.Deep knowledge of security best practices and observability tools.CI/CD experience with GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or similar.Preferred Skills (Secondary)Experience with GenAI agentic systems, prompt orchestration.Familiarity with GIS tools such as Mapbox GL JS and PostGIS.Performance tuning via code-splitting, lazy loading, Lighthouse metrics.Experience with Sass, LESS, Tailwind CSS.Agile practices with Jira, Confluence.Soft SkillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration.Experience leading technical teams in Agile environments.Passion for user-centric design and AI-powered interfaces.