Senior Technical Architect

Job Description: Senior Technical Architect Role Overview We are looking for a Technical Architect with 20–25 years of experience to lead the design and delivery of scalable, cloud-based enterprise solutions, with strong exposure to Ed. Tech/LMS and distributed systems. --- Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive end-to-end architecture for enterprise and LMS platforms
• Lead system design, microservices architecture, and cloud strategy
• Ensure scalability, performance, security, and code quality
• Collaborate with stakeholders, product teams, and clients
• Manage multiple projects, ensuring delivery, quality, and timelines
• Drive DevOps, CI/CD, and release management practices
• Lead technical discussions, architecture reviews, and problem-solving
• Support pre-sales (RFPs, solutions, Po. Cs) and client engagements
• Mentor teams and enforce engineering best practices --- Required Skills
• Backend: PHP / Java / Node.js / Python
• Frontend: React / Angular, HTML, CSS, JavaScript
• Microservices, REST APIs, system integration
• Cloud: AWS / GCP / Azure, Docker, Kubernetes
• Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, NoSQL
• Messaging: Kafka / RabbitMQ
• LMS experience (e.g., Moodle) preferred
• Exposure to AI/ML integrations is a plus --- Profile
• Strong architecture, delivery, and stakeholder management experience
• Proven ability to lead large teams and multiple programs
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills --- Experience
• 20–25 years in software development and architecture
• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Engineering
• An ideal candidate would be a hands-on Technical Architect who can guide the team for value delivery Domain Expertise
• Experience in Ed. Tech / LMS platforms (highly preferred)
• Exposure to Web Commerce, Supply Chain, Telecom, or Transportation domains
• Understanding of user experience, content delivery, and digital platforms Leadership & Soft Skills
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
• Proven ability to lead large teams and multiple programs simultaneously
• Ability to balance technical depth with business priorities Success Metrics
• Successful delivery of scalable, high-performing enterprise platforms
• Improved system performance, reliability, and cost efficiency
• High customer satisfaction and stakeholder alignment
• Contribution to business growth through pre-sales and innovation
• Strong team capability and engineering maturity Our Offerings for Employee Benefits: Health Insurance for Employee+Spouse+Two Children+Parents Term Life Insurance GPA – For Employee Hybrid working Compliance – PF and Gratuity About Academian Website: www.academian.com Academian is a carve-out of an existing 22-year IT company – Intraedge Inc ( www.intraedge.com ) Academian is a service, product, and learning development company in the education domain with a current headcount of 500+ team members. We are rapidly becoming a leading force in the education technology space. We specialize in delivering innovative services, products, and learning development solutions tailored for the education sector. Our expertise spans across K-12, higher education, professional institutions, publishers, online program managers (OPMs), and corporate learning environments. At Academian, we combine deep industry knowledge with a product-oriented design approach , enabling us to craft high-impact learning experiences and technology solutions. From content development and media production to strategic staffing and custom software development, we support every phase of the educational lifecycle. Our Specialties Include: Ed. Tech Solutions : LMS, CMS, Custom Software, Cloud Architecture Digital Learning : Content Design, Learning Experience Design, Accessibility, Media Development Education Services : K-12, Higher Education, Workforce Development, Publishing & Prepress Strategic Services : Product Management, Strategic Consulting, Technology & Digital Transformation, Staffing. We’re passionate about shaping the future of learning—and we’re looking for talented, mission-driven individuals to grow with us. Join our team and be part of building meaningful solutions that make a real impact in education. Ed. Tech with Academian | Your Digital Transformation Partner We deliver innovative Ed. Tech solutions and craft custom eLearning experiences. Drive digital transformation with our advanced technology & DEIB commitment.