At CI&T, we help large enterprises transform the potential of AI into real business impact with AI Deployment, AI-native execution, and tech-integrated business solutions.
With 30 years of experience in technological transformation, we accelerate innovation with expertise in Agentic SDLC, Application modernization, Data & AI, Martech and Business strategy.
We are 8,000 CI&Ters across more than 25 countries, collaborating to build solutions with real impact. AI is already part of how we work, evolve, and innovate every day.
We are looking for an Architecture Manager to lead the definition, governance, and evolution of scalable software architectures for enterprise-level digital solutions. In this role, you will work closely with engineering teams, product managers, and business stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality, secure, and reliable systems, while driving architectural excellence across the organization.
The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise in .NET, API integration, CI/CD, and Azure hosting with proven leadership and communication skills in a multicultural, English-speaking environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Architecture Strategy & Governance: Define, implement, and govern architectural standards, design principles, and best practices across multiple projects and teams.
- Technical Leadership: Provide strategic technical guidance to engineering teams, ensuring alignment between business objectives and technology solutions.
- API-First Integration: Lead the design and implementation of robust, scalable, and secure API-first integration strategies across enterprise systems.
- Cloud & Hosting Management: Oversee architecture decisions related to Azure hosting, ensuring optimal scalability, reliability, and cost efficiency.
- CI/CD Excellence: Drive the adoption and continuous improvement of CI/CD pipelines, automation practices, and deployment strategies.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with product owners, engineering managers, and business stakeholders to translate complex requirements into scalable technical roadmaps.
- Risk & Quality Management: Identify architectural risks, ensure compliance with security and quality standards, and promote long-term maintainability of systems.
- Team Development: Mentor architects and senior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Proven experience in a leadership role such as Architecture Manager, Solutions Architect, Enterprise Architect, or Technical Lead.
- Strong hands-on knowledge of .NET and modern software architecture principles.
- Solid experience with API integration and API-First design approaches.
- Expertise in CI/CD pipelines, automation, and DevOps practices.
- Experience with Azure hosting and cloud-based architecture solutions.
- Strong understanding of scalable, secure, and distributed system design.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
- Fluent English proficiency, with the ability to communicate effectively in a multicultural environment.
Soft Skills
- Strategic Vision: Ability to align technology decisions with business goals and long-term organizational strategy.
- Leadership: Strong mentoring and team-development capabilities, empowering others to achieve technical excellence.
- Collaboration: Ability to work effectively across cross-functional and geographically distributed teams.
- Adaptability: Comfort managing ambiguity, changing priorities, and evolving business requirements.
- Decision-Making: Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills to make informed architectural decisions.
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Knowledge and/or experience in the automotive industry.
- Experience with OEM integrations.
- Ability and willingness to work on-site frequently is a plus, although remote work is also fully considered and is not a deal breaker.
If you are a seasoned architecture leader passionate about driving innovation, building scalable solutions, and leading high-performing teams, we invite you to apply and help shape the future of our technology platforms!
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