Software Architect

Willis Towers Watson - South Jordan, UT

Full-time - Senior

South Jordan, UT

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About the position

The Software Architect will be a key player in the design, development, and delivery of both back-end and front-end systems for Willis Towers Watson. This role emphasizes continuous improvement and the application of best practices in software development, particularly in a fast-paced, agile environment. The ideal candidate will not only contribute to the technical architecture but also mentor other engineers and advocate for development best practices.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to strategic architecture and vision.
• Evaluate new tools and technologies, create prototypes and proof of concepts, and share results with peers.
• Actively mentor engineers to develop their expertise.
• Work with engineering teams on new projects to ensure maintainable architecture is created.
• Adhere to and advocate for development best practices including test-driven development and agile methodologies.
• Contribute ideas for continually improving the team's productivity and code quality.
• Become an expert in existing systems to innovate for further improvement.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in producing software; last 2-4 years at a Senior or Principal level.
• Expert-level experience with C# and the .NET runtime and JavaScript.
• Expert experience with TDD, SOLID design, SOA, and scalability.
• Ability to organize and prioritize individual workload to meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills with team members, team leads, and occasionally with clients.
• Ability to work as a team member, accept ownership of work, and actively contribute to discussions.
• Excellent decision-making skills.