WEB ARCHITECT JOB DESCRIPTION

A Web Architect is not a senior developer with a fancier title. The role owns the structural decisions that determine whether a SaaS product can handle ten times its current load without a rewrite, and those decisions outlast any single sprint or release cycle. Web Architects in enterprise software operate where product roadmaps collide with infrastructure constraints, translating business objectives into N-tier application designs, microservices boundaries, and scalable front-end systems. Sound here.

As the Web Architect, you define the technical foundation of enterprise web products, translating business objectives into scalable application architecture while mentoring development teams and ensuring standards are enforced from design through production. You operate across engineering, product management, and UX functions, owning architectural decisions that directly govern system performance, security posture, and the organization's capacity to deliver at scale.

Career Impact: Architects who own both front-end and distributed systems design in enterprise SaaS build a profile that commands senior engineering leadership conversations, moving from individual contributor to a role that shapes multi-year platform direction.

Business Impact: The architectural decisions this role makes determine whether the product can scale to meet enterprise customer SLAs or requires costly remediation mid-contract, making the Web Architect's output one of the highest-leverage engineering inputs the organization has.

Growth Opportunity: Hands-on experience with microservices migration, cloud-native deployment, and cross-functional architecture governance opens a direct path toward Principal Architect, VP of Engineering, or CTO roles within the enterprise software market.

• Architect scalable, distributed web applications spanning front-end systems and back-end services to meet enterprise product requirements.
• Define and enforce coding standards, security practices, and best practices across the full development team.
• Lead architectural design reviews at project and program level, ensuring alignment between business objectives and technical decisions.
• Mentor and coach engineers, providing hands-on guidance through proof-of-concept builds and reference implementations.
• Collaborate with product management and UX designers to validate technical feasibility of proposed features before development begins.
• Integrate third-party services and enterprise components into existing application ecosystems to extend platform capability.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot production issues, and drive continuous improvements to reduce overhead and increase stability.
• Produce architecture documentation, diagrams, and technical specifications that allow engineering teams to build and maintain solutions independently.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 8 or more years of enterprise web application architecture experience, with demonstrated ownership of large-scale distributed systems.
• Proven ability to design N-tier, high-availability application architectures including RESTful API and microservices patterns.
• Strong command of front-end architecture principles including responsive design, component-based systems, and state management patterns.
• Experience evolving monolithic applications toward service-oriented or microservices architectures in a production environment.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers and lead technical teams through complex, multi-stakeholder projects simultaneously.
• Solid understanding of web security concepts, network protocols, and database design across both relational and non-relational models.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey architectural decisions to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Computer Science or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Experience with cloud-native deployment models and DevOps practices including continuous integration, automated testing, and load testing pipelines.
• Background in test-driven development and proficiency in performance profiling across distributed web services.
• Prior experience in a healthcare, defence, or other compliance-adjacent environment where documentation standards and governance requirements are elevated.

• Architecture decision adoption rate, measuring how consistently teams implement approved patterns without deviation.
• Mean time to resolve production incidents attributed to architectural deficiencies, tracked per quarter.
• Test coverage percentage across services owned or governed by this role, measured at each release gate.
• Number of engineering hours saved per quarter through automation and framework improvements introduced by this role.
• POC-to-production conversion rate, reflecting how often architectural experiments result in shipped product capabilities.
• Typical tools: version control and CI/CD (commonly Git and Jenkins); front-end frameworks (commonly React or Angular); cloud infrastructure (commonly AWS).

• Base Salary Range: $140,000 to $185,000 annually, depending on seniority and location.
• Bonus: Annual performance bonus, typically 10 to 15 percent of base salary.
• Equity: Stock options or RSUs common at SaaS companies, vesting over four years.
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; employer typically covers majority of premiums.
• PTO: 15 to 25 days annually, plus public holidays; unlimited PTO increasingly common in SaaS.
• Common Perks: Remote or hybrid flexibility, professional development budget, home office stipend.

Figures are estimates based on general US market benchmarks and may be outdated. Adjust based on location, company size, and seniority level.

Work authorization in the United States is required for this position. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants and employees with disabilities upon request. Final offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check.

The Architect web owns the end-to-end architecture and delivery of enterprise SharePoint solutions, utilizing Microsoft Office SharePoint Server, Visual Studio, and .NET components to meet customer business goals. Working closely with project teams and technical development staff, this role shapes application frameworks, integration strategies, and development best practices that reduce production overhead and support enterprise-scale systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and recommend technical solutions and strategies based on the analysis of customer business goals, objectives, needs and existing systems infrastructure, utilizing Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 and 2010, Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 (WSS 3.0), Visual Studio 2010 and various other .NET components.
• Oversee and participate in the architectural design, development, customization and integration efforts of enterprise solutions involving Collaboration, Portals, Enterprise Search, Enterprise Content Management, Business Process and Forms, and Business Intelligence.
• Produce and review project deliverables including statement of work, application architectures, detailed requirements documents, designs, project plans, and implementation checklist.
• Participate in meetings with teams to identify and specify system requirements and processes.
• Provide guidance to project team on design and development related issues and technical leadership from conception to completion.
• Provide sufficient documentation and mentoring to others while working independently to manage a stream of work that may involve other team members.
• Support and assist the technical development staff with technical issues and ensure the understanding of best practices in building application systems.
• Develop frameworks and processes to facilitate stable application systems and create applications utilizing standard development languages to solve business problems and streamline development through automation.
• Develop work plans and integrate these into larger project plans, organizing system implementations, projects, and production support.
• Communicate status regularly and keep current with skills and software industry research to inform future development strategies.

Education & Experience

• BS in Computer Science, Business or related field, or equivalent technical training and work experience.
• 5–7 years as a Solutions Architect with a proven track record of delivering solutions including database implementation, consolidation, and application integration with emphasis on web services.
• 3+ years hands-on experience with WSS (Windows SharePoint Services) or MOSS (Microsoft Office SharePoint Server).
• Expert-level knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint and MOSS technologies including web part development, site definitions, features, and custom/third-party Web Parts.
• Broad experience with .NET Framework, ASP.NET, Membership, and Personalization; able to create and execute project work plans revised as appropriate.
• Demonstrable experience developing solution architecture, creating prototypes, and designing, coding, and testing technical solutions.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills throughout the software development lifecycle in large-scale applications.

Reporting to the UI Architecture team lead, the Web Architect builds innovative digital solutions that make healthcare more accessible and integrated, engaging in the architecture, design, implementation, and documentation of UI architecture through hands-on proof of concepts, reference implementations, and architectural guides. Partnering with UX designers, Product Management, Business Analysts, and Software Developers, this role delivers enterprise-class UI systems that advance usability, scalability, and performance across online and in-store healthcare experiences.

Primary Duties

• Build POCs and help developers implement architectural suggestions and guidelines.
• Push the envelope in adopting new technologies and best design practices to ensure products lead in usability.
• Learn application capabilities and ensure the technical feasibility of UI designs.
• Provide technical and architectural support to UI team members.
• Contribute to architecture, design, and implementation of enterprise-class UI.
• Conduct design and code reviews with focus on user experience, performance, scalability, security, and future expansion.
• Coach others to be innovative and direct technical designs at project, product, and program level.
• Collaborate with visual and experience designers and engineers to implement new features.
• Mentor junior engineers and drive continuous improvements in front-end best practices.
• Work closely with UX designers, Product Management, Business Analysts, and Software Developers.

Education & Experience

• BS degree in Computer Science.
• 8+ years of experience developing or architecting Web Application UI with JavaScript, React JS, or AngularJS (Angular 5+ required).
• 5+ years of experience with UI frameworks including AngularJS, jQuery, Ajax, CSS, HTML5, and CSS pre-processors (SASS, LESS).
• Experience with responsive/adaptive UI design, BackboneJS, Angular, Polymer, and other front-end frameworks.
• Extensive experience with ES6/ES7/ES8, UI Middleware, Web Components, Micro-frontends, and state management patterns (Flux, Redux, NGRX).
• Experience with packaging/bundling tools, CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GIT), and cloud platforms (GCP, Amazon EC2, Azure).
• 3+ years of experience with TypeScript and object-oriented JavaScript; basic knowledge of NodeJS.
• Experience with Agile frameworks; systems thinker able to move between abstract and detail-oriented implementation; self-starter inquisitive across new and legacy technologies.

Sitting at the intersection of software engineering and enterprise architecture, the Architect web at B-Stock Solutions leads the design, construction, and scaling of the company's next-generation SaaS infrastructure, producing clean and efficient code across front-end and back-end systems. Operating across distributed team environments, this role ensures production services are stable, well-tested, and continuously improved to meet the demands of a large-scale web platform.

Duties

• Work with and mentor peers to design and develop software solutions.
• Produce clean and efficient code ready to scale.
• Help launch and support production services.
• Integrate with third-party services and components.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software.
• Write unit, integration, and performance tests to ensure scalable service code.
• Recommend and execute improvements.
• Create technical documentation for reference and reporting.
• Code using test-driven development (TDD).
• Offer technical support for new and existing services.

Education & Experience

• BSc/BA in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience building and owning enterprise web applications; high ownership, self-sufficient, hands-on leader.
• Deep understanding of architectural principles and experience building enterprise frameworks, scalable distributed web services, and large relational database solutions.
• Experience with web front-end technologies (JavaScript, CSS, HTML5), MVC frameworks (Magento, Django, Ruby on Rails), and web services (SOAP, REST, JSON).
• High Linux/UNIX proficiency; understanding of networks, protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP), and web security concepts.
• Working knowledge of PHP and Python; experience with large non-scripting language frameworks (Java, C++) and NoSQL/asynchronous programming technologies.
• Experience with testing frameworks, continuous integration, build tools, and performance/profiling testing.
• Able to deliver multiple simultaneous projects on time, work in distributed teams, and communicate technology decisions effectively with peers, management, and clients.

A key member of the software development organization, the Web Architect drives enterprise-level N-tier architecture across distributed systems leveraging WebAPI, RESTful services, and microservices to deliver robust, scalable, and extensible products. Collaborating across senior developers and development teams, this role ensures that best practices, security standards, and architectural compliance are upheld from design through deployment.

Functions

• Drive enterprise-level N-tier architecture with high availability across distributed systems leveraging WebAPI, RESTful services, and microservices.
• Ensure products are robust, scalable, and extensible and enable conversion of visionary concepts into enterprise-wide systems.
• Assist and support team members in developing solutions to business challenges.
• Coordinate with senior developers in architectural design and software development.
• Ensure compliance with best practices, policies, and comprehensive security practices throughout development and deployment.
• Coach other developers.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's in Computer Science; Master's/PhD preferred.
• Expert in HTML5, CSS3, C#, MVC, WebAPI, Bootstrap, Knockout.JS, SQL/T-SQL, Automated Testing, and Continuous Integration.
• Demonstrated success in coaching and mentoring a development team.
• Proficient in accurately forecasting level of effort and meeting established deadlines.
• Strong systems analysis skills; experienced in determining how changes in conditions and operations affect system outcomes.
• Strong complex problem-solving, critical thinking, and active listening skills with the ability to evaluate options and implement solutions across multiple simultaneous projects.

Embedded within the DMPP Directorate, the Web Architect delivers the full lifecycle of a Microsoft SharePoint 2016 site including requirements gathering, implementation, migration, and knowledge transfer for Section Site Owners and end users. Working closely with the Project Manager and designated Section OPIs, this role advances collaborative information management and ensures governance and business needs are accurately captured and met across the organization.

Core Functions

• Review current requirements and previously delivered solutions.
• Liaise with developers in the client organization to identify, develop, and implement integration opportunities between the delivered solution and other corporately managed tools.
• Develop and deliver demos and workshops for the use of the solution, including user manuals for end-users and site administrators.
• Document activities related to the design, implementation, governance, and maintenance of the MS SharePoint 2016 site.
• Participate in periodic meetings with the Project Manager to review work status and issues and submit monthly status reports.
• Gather requirements from designated DMPP Section OPIs and lead coordination efforts to facilitate information collection and progress tracking.
• Provide Section OPIs with information on available SharePoint data collaboration and integration features and how these can meet their needs.
• Identify and document each Section's information access, document exchange, and business collaborative needs, including constraints and controls.
• Support the implementation of the DMPP SharePoint Site, assist with initial document migration, and draft guidance and procedures for Site Owners and end users.
• Provide coaching to Site Owners and prepare for knowledge transfer and ongoing support at contract end.

Qualifications & Experience

• Certificate in web design or a relevant field (computer programming, database development, or web site development) from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• 10+ years of experience as a Web Architect employing a user-centric design approach in computer programming, database development, or web site development.
• 5+ years of experience with Microsoft SharePoint 2013 or 2016, SharePoint Designer 2013, SPD Workflows, MS Office Suite, and MS InfoPath integration.
• 5+ years of experience with SharePoint platform features including Content Types, Term Store, WebParts, OOB features, administration, and Security/Permissions.
• 6+ years of experience with HTML, JavaScript, jQuery, JSOM, CSOM, and database development.
• 3+ years of experience within the Department of National Defence.
• 3+ years of experience in user training, support, and the development of documentation, guides, SOPs, and training materials.

Scalable, observable, and reliable squad infrastructure depends on the Architect web, who defines architecture requirements, champions SDLC best practices, and selects appropriate technologies across AWS-based systems to meet cost, quality, and delivery constraints. Based within a growing engineering organization and serving as coach and mentor to squad members, this role enables squads to overcome technical hurdles and delivers cohesive solutions mapped directly to business objectives.

Accountabilities

• Define and negotiate functional and non-functional requirements.
• Define and champion SDLC best practices including continuous integration, linting, testing, and load tests.
• Consult with squads to overcome technical hurdles and project constraints related to cost, quality, time, and resources.
• Select appropriate technologies and services given multiple requirements and assess technology risks.
• Map business objectives to architecture requirements and integrate solution components into one cohesive network.
• Provide documentation and diagrams explaining solutions from different layers and specifications for solution definition, management, and delivery.
• Conduct R&D and POC activities to test emerging technologies and review different architecture patterns.

Skills & Qualifications

• 10–12+ years of experience in web architecture.
• Strong knowledge of the AWS ecosystem, backend coding best practices, web application design, SPA, and CDN best practices.
• Experience in API design and development; strong understanding of both NoSQL and SQL technologies and data modeling.
• Experience evolving monolithic software to a microservices architecture; able to design and deploy scalable, highly available, fault-tolerant applications.
• Experience with Agile frameworks; able to coach squads on DevOps best practices and cloud infrastructure.
• Excellent communication skills.

As the Architect web, this role leads technical architecture and mentorship across software development teams, delivering detailed technical designs and optimizing web application components for maximum performance within consumer-facing, high-traffic, mobile-first properties. The engineering and product organization relies on this work to scope, plan, and execute globally delivered web experiences built on modern front-end frameworks including React, Angular, and ES6/7.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to software development teams.
• Provide architecture, design, and implementation expertise for consumer-facing web site products with enterprise integration.
• Work within cross-functional teams to build high-traffic, responsive, mobile-first properties delivering great global experiences.
• Determine technical dependencies and deliver detailed technical designs to stakeholders and engineers.
• Optimize web application components for maximum performance.
• Work with engineering and product managers to scope and plan projects.

Required Qualifications

• BS/MS in Computer Science and/or 10 years of relevant experience.
• Expertise in ES6/7, React, Angular 2.x+, and stateless management tools (Redux, Mobx).
• Strong CI/CD experience in corporate environments; world-class HTML/CSS markup.
• Experience with Mithril or Vue.js and knowledge of WebGL and animated SVG.
• Ability to adapt and learn quickly; curiosity and passion for the latest development paradigms.
• Interest in creating experiences around cycling, running, and overall fitness.