Bellwood · 1 month ago
Chief Architect (CTH)
Bellwood is a full-service custom software development consultancy seeking a Chief Architect to define and execute the next generation of architecture and engineering capabilities across their products and platforms. The role involves leading a team of architects, guiding enterprise architecture, and collaborating with Product, Engineering, and Delivery to drive scalable technology solutions.
Software
Responsibilities
Define the technical architectural direction, technology best practices, long-term technology vision, and guiding principles for product development
Support ongoing improvement in agility, delivery efficiency, and product quality
Partner with Product, Engineering, and Business leadership to align architecture strategy with business goals
Develop and maintain an Integrated Payment Platform blueprint to support business growth
Lead and mentor a team of architects, providing technical oversight, coaching, and performance management
Champion sound architectural solutions and advocate for technology investments across leadership levels
Collaborate with Product Delivery to ensure solutions are scalable, resilient, and interoperable within the partner and customer ecosystem
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
15+ years of experience in Agile software development, including delivery of applications and architecture services in production environments
10+ years in software architecture and multi-tier enterprise applications
5+ years of experience in software leadership roles with increasing responsibility
5+ years of people management experience
Expertise in at least three of the following: Enterprise Architecture, Solution Architecture, Cloud (preferably AWS), Infrastructure Architecture, Design Patterns, Messaging, Mobile Applications, or Multi-Tenant Architecture
Preferred
Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
10+ years of payments industry experience with a focus on payment architecture
Strong understanding of payment products, systems, and business operations
Proven ability to influence stakeholders and collaborate across technical and executive teams
Customer-driven mindset with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making abilities
Company
Bellwood
Bellwood is an inspired, trusted partner who rises above conventional consulting.
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