Principal Architect

Principal Architect (Java) – Software Engineering

Our adaptive approach to solving modern logistics challenges differentiates us in the markets we serve. Specialized multimodal expertise is the strategic foundation that provides clients with a full-service offering across our four operating divisions including intermodal, freight forwarding, transport & warehousing, and managed services.

Multimodal services offer cost-effective, end-to-end freight solutions equipped to deliver on evolving customer requirements. Combined, this company delivers innovative, high-value logistics services & technology solutions to support diverse customer requirements. In addition to being certified by the American Chemistry Council as a Responsible Care® partner company we consistently exceed customer expectations by integrating analytics, carrier relationships, specialized assets, sustainability strategies and deep international expertise. Our unique approach ensures that customer shipments keep moving at full speed, even in the face of ever-changing market headwinds.

Based in vibrant Charlotte, NC, we’re on a journey to constantly innovate logistics.

About the job:

As the Principal Architect – Software Engineering, you will be a pivotal member of our engineering team, responsible for shaping the technical direction of our products and ensuring their scalability, reliability, and maintainability. You will lead a team of skilled software architects and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, development teams, and stakeholders, to translate business requirements into robust software designs.

In this role you will:

• Architectural Strategy: Develop and communicate the overall architectural vision for our software products, aligning it with the company's long-term goals and technology roadmap.
• Technical Leadership: Provide expert guidance and technical leadership to the software development teams, inspiring innovation and ensuring adherence to best practices in software design and development.
• Design and Review: Lead the design and review of high-level software architectures and solutions, considering factors like scalability, performance, security, and maintainability.
• Technology Evaluation: Evaluate and recommend appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools to enhance the software development process and achieve optimal results.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions that align with architectural principles.
• Standards and Processes: Establish and enforce coding standards, development processes, and best practices to maintain consistency and high-quality software across the organization.
• Prototyping and POCs: Lead the development of prototypes and proof-of-concepts to validate architectural decisions and explore new technologies.
• Performance Optimization: Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, ensuring our software solutions meet or exceed performance expectations.
• Mentoring and Development: Mentor and coach junior architects and developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth within the team.
• Industry Trends: Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, assessing their potential impact on our products and making recommendations accordingly.

Required:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience (at least 8-10 years) as a Software Architect, with a track record of designing and delivering successful software products.
• Expertise in software design principles, architectural patterns, and enterprise-level software development.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages like Java, JavaScript, Python, or similar.
• Deep understanding of cloud computing platforms and services (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with industry standard design patterns and architectures
• Experience with cloud orchestration and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.