Software Architect

Overview:

When you join the Members 1st team, you become part of something much bigger than a credit union. You become part of our faM1ly—a tight-knit bunch with big dreams and even bigger values. It is an exciting time for us as we continue to grow, and we hope that you will choose to grow along with us. Wanting the absolute best for our associates means more than just competitive pay. It means fantastic healthcare, paid benefits, opportunities for professional advancement and work-life balance - and best of all, a place where you are accepted and respected for your individuality.

Responsibilities:

The Software Architect leads the design and implementation of complex software systems, making high-level design choices and setting technical standards that guide development teams. This role is responsible for ensuring that software solutions are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with business and technical goals. The Software Architect serves as a technical leader, collaborating across teams and mentoring engineers through architectural challenges and strategic decision-making.


Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Analyze software requirements and define system components to ensure efficient, scalable, and maintainable architecture.
• Design and implement software solutions that balance business needs, technical constraints, and compatibility with existing systems.
• Define and enforce technical standards, including coding practices, tools, and platforms.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, product managers, and development teams to align architectural decisions with business objectives.
• Evaluate and recommend software, hardware, and integration methods to support system goals.
• Create and maintain architecture documentation, including design specifications and diagrams, to support ongoing development and maintenance.
• Oversee implementation efforts to ensure alignment with architectural intent and system design.
• Conduct code and architecture reviews to ensure quality, maintainability, and adherence to standards.
• Address architectural concerns such as performance bottlenecks, scalability, and system reliability.
• Work with non-technical stakeholders to analyze requirements, understand constraints, and translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, and advocate for their adoption where appropriate.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship, guiding development teams through complex challenges and fostering a culture of engineering excellence.
• Provide meaningful contributions to the code base when applicable (20% of time devoted to contributions).


SKILLS
• Deep understanding of software design principles (e.g., SOLID) and architectural styles such as microservices, serverless, monolithic, and event-driven systems
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages, including C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, and frameworks like Angular; experience with Azure is preferred
• Strong grasp of system integration, API design, and enterprise architecture patterns
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to guide development teams through architectural decisions and technical challenges
• Proven ability to translate complex problems into scalable, maintainable solutions that align with business goals
• Experience creating and maintaining architecture documentation, including diagrams, specifications, and technical standards
• Ability to stay current with emerging technologies, evaluate their relevance, and advocate for adoption where appropriate
• Familiarity with architecture governance, technical road-mapping, and long-term system planning
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing technical direction across multiple projects or departments
• Advanced knowledge of security best practices, compliance standards, and data privacy regulations
• Experience in the financial services domain or other regulated industries preferred


COMPETENCIES
• Accountability and self-management
• Communication
• Effective knowledge
• Innovation and problem-solving
• Teamwork and leadership


WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
• Visually able to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading
• Ability to sit for extended time periods
• Sufficient manual skill for operation of PC keyboard and other standard office equipment
• Ability to travel, including occasional overnight travel
• Ability to exert minimum amounts of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects

Qualifications:

8-10 years of related experience

Education Level: General and business knowledge equivalent to a bachelor's degree Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert preferred Compensation Overview:

We are excited to offer a competitive salary for this position. This figure serves as the entry point in our salary range, and there is potential for the actual salary to be higher based on a variety of factors, such as your experience, skills, education, and location. We believe in recognizing and rewarding talent, so our compensation packages are thoughtfully designed to reflect the unique qualifications and contributions of each candidate.

The minimum salary for this position is: $129,000+/yr About Us:

At Members 1st, we look for individuals who will show up as their whole self because we value diversity, inclusion, and belonging, as well as people who believe in the philosophy of, WE> me. To be sure you align with our company mission, vision, values and culture reference the information below.
Company Culture is at Our Core
If there is one concept, we want you to understand about us, it is this. WE. It is a simple little word but means everything here. We think as one. One faM1ly. One community. One place where everyone belongings. Everything we do is in the best interest of all of us.
What WE Believe
Our Missions: WE serve our members, associates, and communities through support, empowerment, and meaningful relationships.
Our Vision: WE are growing our faM1ly by delivering everything they need to live well financially, through all life’s moments and milestones.
Our Values: WE deliver unparalleled experiences through a culture of WE. WE > me. WE are servant leaders- at work and in the communities we serve. WE are financially safe and sound stewards of members dollars. WE are faM1ly.

Join a company that grows with you – personally and professionally

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Members 1st provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.