Software Architect (26190)

This is a challenging, forward-looking role for a product-focused developer or architect, an expert in SQL database performance at scale, to drive technical strategy and meet users' needs.

You will have significant expertise with SQL databases, their performance and issues at scale, both stand alone and ideally in the cloud. You'll be invested in using and providing the best tools for the job. You'll be mindful of industry-wide trends and pitfalls.

Your background will include architecting and building large systems. You may have experience with C# and .NET Framework development and/or AWS or Azure cloud deployment. You will be able to code when the opportunity arises, but happy to spend significant time focusing on innovation, technical strategy and affordance. You'll be able to research and present technical ideas clearly and positively, and critique your own and others' whilst being considerate of differing views.

An exceptional package is on offer. You'll be joining a collaborative and family-friendly company with an impeccable track record. Hybrid working is anticipated, to support existing flexible working arrangements.

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Summary: SQL software systems architect, performance and scalability, large systems, C# / .NET or other languages, AWS / Azure or other cloud platforms, technical strategy, user requirements, occasional hands-on development, £exceptional package, hybrid working, family-friendly company, Cambridge.

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