Systems Architecture Architect

Job Title: Software Developer (with Architecture Experience)
Location: Kanata, Ontario (Ottawa)
Duration: Permanent Full-Time, Hybrid (2-3 days on-site per week)

Job Overview:
As a Software Developer with Architecture experience at Ribbon Communications, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the architecture of RAMP ( Ribbon Application Management Platform ). Your responsibilities will include defining new feature requirements, reviewing design documents, and ensuring the platform’s scalability and code quality. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the migration of RAMP to Openshift, prototype new frameworks, and contribute to the ongoing development of OAM architecture teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the architectural vision and strategy for RAMP.
• Define, document, and prioritize requirements for new features in RAMP.
• Review and approve design documents to ensure alignment with platform goals and scalability.
• Prototype and experiment with new frameworks, tools, and technologies to enhance platform functionality.
• Provide technical leadership to improve code quality, maintainability, and performance.
• Guide the migration of RAMP to Openshift, ensuring seamless transition and optimization.
• Collaborate with OAM architecture teams to drive improvements in overall platform architecture.
• Evaluate and integrate third-party software solutions, both paid and open-source, to enhance platform capabilities.
• Solve complex and ambiguous technical challenges, providing clear, actionable solutions.
• Translate business and customer needs into detailed product specifications.
• Foster collaboration across diverse teams, ensuring alignment on goals, timelines, and deliverables.

Skills & Experience:

• Strong experience in software development, with a deep understanding of development processes, especially Agile methodologies.
• Proven hands-on expertise in leading architectural decisions and software development.
• Demonstrated ability to prototype new concepts and evaluate emerging technologies.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, particularly in navigating ambiguity and complex technical issues.

Required Technologies & Expertise:

• CNF/K8s (Cloud-native functions and Kubernetes)
• Microservices Architecture
• Java Spring Boot, JBOSS, Python
• Stream Processing

Why Ribbon Communications?
Join a forward-thinking and innovative team at Ribbon Communications, where you’ll have the opportunity to influence the future of cutting-edge technology solutions in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.