Software Architect
As a Software Architect, you will drive the evolution of our Player Account Management systems. We are seeking an innovative individual with proven experience in architecting complex software systems and a strong track record in stakeholder engagement, particularly within fast-paced environments. Your expertise in Microsoft technologies, GoLang, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms will be invaluable as you lead development teams to ensure high-quality implementations. This is an exciting opportunity to drive technical best practice, explore emerging technologies, and deliver scalable and reliable solutions. You will collaborate with Business stakeholders to translate requirements into a robust architectural vision, guiding the transformation of legacy systems into modern, cloud-based solutions.
This role is eligible for inclusion in the Company’s hybrid working from home policy.
- Collaborating with Business stakeholders to capture nuanced requirements and translate them into a clear, robust architectural vision.
- Developing comprehensive vision documents and strategic blueprints for the Player Account Management platform.
- Leading the design and transformation of legacy systems into modern, cloud-based solutions.
- Overseeing and guiding development teams to ensure architectural integrity and high-quality implementations.
- Facilitating effective communication across cross-functional teams bridging the gap between technical solutions and Business goals.
- Evaluating emerging technologies and recommending innovative enhancements to support scalability and reliability.
- Ensuring adherence to software architecture best practices, governance, and security standards.
- Acting as a point of escalation for technical challenges, providing mentorship and expert guidance.
- Demonstrable experience in a dedicated Architect role, with a proven ability to design and deliver complex software systems in fast-paced environments. (required)
- Demonstrated ability to produce vision documents and technical roadmaps from Business requirements. (required)
- Experience with Microsoft technologies, such as VB.Net, WPF, C# and MSSQL Server, and successful migration to modern, cloud-based solutions. (required)
- Detailed understanding of the architectural application of modern technology stacks including GoLang, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms, such as GCP. (required)
- Strong background in modern programming paradigms, micro services, and cloud-native architectures. (required)
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a talent for engaging and influencing both technical and non-technical stakeholders up to and including c-suite level. (required)
- Adept at mentoring teams and driving technical best practices. (required)
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent practical experience. (required)
bet365 is one of the world's leading online gambling companies, founded in 2000 by Denise Coates CBE. The company employs over 9,000 people and serves more than 100 million customers in 27 languages, with a market-leading position built on its In-Play betting product. It offers betting across 96 sports and hundreds of thousands of streaming events, handling millions of requests and bets at peak times. Headquartered in Stoke-on-Trent, England, bet365 is known for its software innovation and continues to develop its online betting and gaming platform.