Job Description

Role: Technical Architect

• Location: Pune/Gurgaon/Bengaluru
• Education: Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields from reputed institutions
• Experience: 7+ years of experience in software development, with significant exposure to system architecture and leadership roles
• Domain: Fintech, eCommerce, High-Scale Web Development
• Languages: Proficiency in Java, Go, or Python, with strong architecture experience

Key Responsibilities

• System Architecture & Design: Lead the design and implementation of large-scale, distributed, and scalable systems. Define and drive the architecture vision for complex, high-performance applications, leveraging microservices, cloud computing, and modern development practices.
• Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams. Set coding standards, review designs, and ensure that best practices in software engineering and architecture are followed.
• Solution Design & Evaluation: Lead the evaluation and selection of technologies, tools, and platforms to meet long-term business and technical goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to define system requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Cloud Infrastructure: Own the cloud infrastructure strategy, particularly AWS, to build highly available, scalable, and secure solutions.
• Microservices & Scalability: Design and guide the implementation of microservice architectures that can scale to meet high-volume demands in the fintech/e-commerce domain.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, business leaders, and other stakeholders to ensure technical solutions meet the needs of the business and deliver on product goals.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices. Champion innovation and help evolve the organization's technical practices.
• Stakeholder Communication: Lead presentations and discussions with senior leadership, explaining complex technical concepts in a clear and accessible manner.

Key Requirements & Technical Expertise

• Experience: 7+ years in software development, including 2+ years in a technical leadership or architecture role.

• Expertise in cloud architecture (preferably AWS) and building highly scalable systems
• Deep understanding of microservices architecture, REST APIs, and event-driven systems
• Hands-on experience with relational and NoSQL databases such as MySQL, MongoDB, etc.
• Strong understanding of software design principles, including SOLID, design patterns, and system integration
• Extensive experience in one or more programming languages (Java, Go, Python) with a strong emphasis on architectural design and systems thinking
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to mentor and lead engineering teams, set direction, and influence technical decision-making. Strong organizational skills to handle multiple priorities and guide teams toward achieving goals.
• Problem-Solving & Innovation: Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to tackle complex, undefined problems and find innovative solutions.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to present complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Behavioural Skills

• Leadership: A visionary who inspires and motivates teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
• Agility & Adaptability: Comfortable with ambiguity and capable of adapting to fast-paced, ever-changing environments.
• Ownership & Accountability: Demonstrated ownership of end-to-end architecture and development lifecycle.
• Client-Focused: Ability to work with internal and external stakeholders to understand requirements, provide technical guidance, and deliver solutions that drive business success.

What We Offer

• A Collaborative Environment: Join a high-performing team where you can make a real impact and lead innovative technical solutions.
• Career Growth: At PayU, we empower you to shape your career path, with opportunities for leadership roles and continuous learning.
• Challenging Projects: Work on cutting-edge technologies and complex challenges in the fintech domain.
• Diversity and Inclusion: PayU is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best.
• About Us
• At PayU, we are a global fintech investor with a vision to build a world without financial borders, where everyone can prosper. We provide the financial services and products that people in high-growth markets need to thrive. As part of Prosus, one of the largest technology investors in the world, we leverage our expertise across 18+ high-growth markets to make a real impact. Learn more at

. * Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

• We take pride in our diverse and multicultural workforce. At PayU, we foster an inclusive environment where all individuals are respected, empowered, and given equal opportunities to succeed-regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation.

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