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VP of Architecture

Quebec, Canada (On-site)

VP of Architecture

2 Months ago • 8 Years + • Undisclosed

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Job Description

As the VP of Architecture, you will be responsible for the overall architectural direction of the organization. You will design and implement effective solutions that meet current and future business needs while ensuring scalability, security, and reliability. **Responsibilities**: * Architectural Leadership: Define and implement the overall architecture strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives. * Design Oversight: Lead the design of high-level architecture and detailed specifications for complex systems and applications. * Technology Evaluation: Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends; evaluate and recommend technologies that enhance business capabilities. * Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and ensure solutions meet organizational needs. * Standards Development: Establish best practices and guidelines for architecture and development processes. * Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with architectural decisions and technology implementations. * Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to technical teams, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Must have:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
Extensive experience (8+ years) in software architecture and design
Proficiency in modern programming languages, frameworks, and architectural patterns
Strong understanding of security, compliance, and best practices in system architecture
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically

Good to have:

Master’s degree preferred

Perks:

100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision plans
Disability and life insurance
chiropractic coverage
flexible spending accounts
fully vested 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% company match
unlimited Flexible Time Off
14 paid holidays each year
personalized career roadmap
in-house training
independent study
conference attendance
higher education opportunities

RESPONSIBILITIES

Architectural Leadership: Define and implement the overall architecture strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives.
Design Oversight: Lead the design of high-level architecture and detailed specifications for complex systems and applications.
Technology Evaluation: Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends; evaluate and recommend technologies that enhance business capabilities.
Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and ensure solutions meet organizational needs.
Standards Development: Establish best practices and guidelines for architecture and development processes.
Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with architectural decisions and technology implementations.
Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to technical teams, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
Extensive experience (8+ years) in software architecture and design, with a strong track record of leadership.
Proficiency in modern programming languages, frameworks, and architectural patterns (e.g., microservices, cloud computing).
Strong understanding of security, compliance, and best practices in system architecture.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically.

At Xsolla, we are passionate about providing a conducive environment for our team to thrive personally and professionally. Our comprehensive Benefits Program caters to the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of our full-time employees and their families. This includes 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision plans, disability and life insurance, chiropractic coverage, flexible spending accounts, and a fully vested 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% company match from the start date.

Understanding the detrimental effects of burnout, we offer unlimited Flexible Time Off and 14 paid holidays each year. Personal and professional development is a cornerstone of our ethos at Xsolla. Each employee has a personalized career roadmap, developed in partnership with their manager, aligning individual and company goals. We support this growth through in-house training, independent study, conference attendance, and higher education opportunities.

ABOUT XSOLLA:

Xsolla is a global leader in video game commerce, established in 2005. Our mission is to simplify the complexities of global distribution, marketing, and monetization in the gaming industry. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, with offices worldwide, we support major gaming titles and partners. Our deep commitment to gaming's blend of technology and artistry drives our continuous innovation and dedication to our partners' success.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The role involves typical office activities such as sitting, standing, bending, lifting, and moving intermittently during working hours. These requirements can be met with or without reasonable accommodations. The responsibilities of this position are dynamic and may evolve to align with the organization's goals and objectives.

By submitting the following job application form, you consent to Xsolla processing your data for career-related inquiries and potential employment opportunities. We process your data in accordance with this Xsolla Privacy Notice for Job Applicants. Please direct any inquiries regarding your data privacy to careers@xsolla.com.

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About The Company

Xsolla

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Xsolla's video game business engine helps game developers and publishers operate more efficiently and sell more games. Serving only the video game industry, Xsolla caters to businesses from indie to enterprise, with solutions that solve the complexities of distribution, marketing, and monetization so developers, publishers, and platform partners. Our goal is to increase your audience, sales and revenue.

Headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices worldwide, Xsolla operates as a merchant and seller of record for major gaming entities like Valve, Twitch, Ubisoft, Epic Games, and PUBG Corporation.