Senior Software Architect Job at Token Metrics

Token Metrics provides AI-based cryptocurrency ratings and price predictions. Our customers leverage our professional analysts, analytics, and artificial intelligence to become smarter crypto investors.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Senior Software Architect

Job Location: Lagos

Job Description

• We are seeking an exceptional Senior Software Architect to lead the evolution of our analytics platform and trading bot.
• This key role will be instrumental in scaling our infrastructure to support millions of users globally while ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and security.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct a comprehensive review of Token Metrics' current architecture, identifying areas for improvement and optimization.
• Design and oversee the implementation of scalable solutions to support millions of global users.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the development team.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, recommending innovative solutions.
• Ensure the security and reliability of Token Metrics' platforms at scale.
• Develop and maintain architectural documentation and standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business objectives.
• Implement strategies to significantly reduce the number of bugs in our platform.
• Enhance the quality assurance process to improve the reliability of our engineering output.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in software development with at least 5 years in a senior architectural role.
• Expert-level knowledge of system design and architecture principles.
• Proven experience in scaling applications to support millions of users.
• Deep understanding of OLAP and OLTP databases, with specific experience in Snowflake.
• Proficiency in modern web technologies and frameworks, including Next.js, Supabase, Tailwind, and Shadcn.
• Strong background in cloud computing and distributed systems.
• Relevant certifications include Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically.
• Strong communication skills and ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Extensive experience in implementing bug reduction strategies and improving software quality.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the cryptocurrency or fintech industry.
• Knowledge of blockchain technologies and decentralized applications.
• Familiarity with machine learning and AI, particularly in the context of trading algorithms.
• Track record of successful large-scale system migrations.
• Contributions to open-source projects or published technical articles.