Software Architect

Job Title: Software Architect - Full Stack
Location: Boston, MA
Duration: Full Time

About BigRio:
BigRio is a remote-based, technology consulting firm with headquarters in Boston, MA. We deliver software solutions ranging from custom development and software implementation to data analytics and machine learning/AI integrations. As a one-stop shop, we attract clients from a variety of industries due to our proven ability to deliver cutting-edge, cost-effective software solutions.

Role Overview
As a Software Architect - Full Stack you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining web, mobile, and TV applications that power our cutting-edge radar-based device. This role blends architectural expertise with hands-on coding, requiring you to define system architecture, enable seamless integrations, and develop software that connects hardware, machine learning, and user-facing applications.
You are a versatile engineer who effortlessly switches between front-end excellence, back-end mastery, and infrastructure optimization. Your superpower lies in designing scalable, high-performance architectures while actively contributing to development, and creating intuitive, user-centric solutions.

Key Responsibilities
As a technical expert and collaborative team player, you will work alongside specialists in product management, user experience, hardware engineering, software development, and more to drive innovation. Your contributions will include:

• Architecting scalable, secure systems for web, mobile, and TV applications.
• Developing and optimizing backend APIs, frontend interfaces, and voice interaction features.
• Ensuring seamless integration between hardware, software, and cloud services.
• Building intuitive user experiences for end-users interacting with our radar-based device.
• Optimizing performance and reliability through rigorous testing and best practices.
• Mentoring team members and driving technical excellence.
• Documenting architecture and workflows for long-term sustainability.
• Staying ahead of trends to integrate the latest technologies and methodologies.

Technical Skills & Experience
You are well-versed in the entire software development lifecycle, from concept to launch and continuous improvement. Specifically, you have expertise in:

• Backend: Node.js, Python, or Java; RESTful APIs, WebSockets, and data processing pipelines.
• Frontend: React, Angular, or Vue.js; experience in developing responsive UIs for web, mobile, and TV.
• Cloud Platforms: Google Cloud, AWS, or Azure for hosting, storage, and serverless architecture.
• Databases: SQL and NoSQL (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB).
• Communication Protocols: MQTT, Bluetooth, or similar for seamless device connectivity.
• Voice Integration: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, or similar frameworks.
• Architectural Design: Strong foundation in cloud-native, creational, and behavioral patterns.

Bonus Skills (Preferred but Not Required)

• Experience with radar-based devices or complex data processing.
• Knowledge of IoT security best practices.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, or Kubernetes.
• Understanding of real-time communication protocols (e.g., Thread, Matter).
• Experience integrating AI-driven tools like ChatGPT or Gemini for conversational interfaces.

What Sets You Apart
We're looking for someone who is:

• A team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across disciplines.
• Self-aware and humble, recognizing and leveraging the strengths of others.
• Resilient and goal-driven, thriving in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.
• A continuous learner, always striving to improve both personally and professionally.
• A clear communicator, ensuring alignment across teams and stakeholders.

Education & Experience

• Master's or PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of full-stack development experience, including 2+ years in an architect or technical leadership role.
• Proven experience in shipping commercially successful electronics products.
• Startup or fast-paced environment experience is a plus, especially in ambient sensing or sensor fusion technologies.

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