Software Architect Volunteer (Remote)

✦This is a free and unique volunteer opportunity for students to volunteer with a British Tech Company to build real-world experience and skills toward a career as a Software Architech Volunteer

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About Opportunities

People in the Information and Technology teams have a complete knowledge of computer software, hardware, and networks. They will be responsible for designing, organizing, modifying, and supporting our company’s IT infrastructure.

Software Architect make intuitive high-level decisions for software development to see the “big picture” and create architectural approaches for software design and implementation to guide the development team. You will work closely with the IT Team to provide a framework for the development of a software or system that will result in high quality IT solutions.

Responsibilities

Working with our CEO and teams, your volunteer role includes:

• Develop high-level product specifications with attention to system integration and feasibility.
• Use tools and methodologies to create representations for functions and user interface of desired product.
• Ensure software meets all requirements of quality, security, modifiability, extensibility etc.
• Approve final product before launch.
• Collaborate with business lines and IT to determine functional and non-functional requirements for new software or applications (Device Management, Developer studio etc.).
• Successfully communicate all concepts and guidelines to development team.
• Provide technical guidance and coaching to developers and engineers.
• Define all aspects of development from appropriate technology and workflow to coding standards.
• Oversee progress of development team to ensure consistency with initial design.

Education and Experience

1. High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred)
2. Experience in software architecture.
3. Knowledge in consumer electronics and the retail environment (preferred)
4. Experience in software development and coding in various languages (C#, .NET, Java etc.)
5. Familiarity with HTML/CSS, JavaScript and UI/UX design

Preferred Requirements

• Self-starter with a strong commitment to driving results.
• Excellent knowledge of UML and other modeling methods
• Undergraduate degree or similar education in Software Architecture, Development, or IT.
• Enthusiastic, initiative-taking, and outgoing personality that is comfortable in a competitive environment.
• Interest in technology and the ability to quickly learn new products and features.
• Fluent in English
• Professional demeanor, excellent verbal, and written communication skills.
• Excellent knowledge of software and application design and architecture.
• Access to a smartphone (iPhone or Android).
• Excellent record keeping.
• Excellent communication skills.

Endorsements

Once a satisfactory outcome is delivered, we will:

• Allow you to add Company Name to your Linkedin Profile.
• Write Linkedin Post thanking you for your contribution.
• Provide a testimonial against your profile on SkilledUp Life
• Provide a Linkedin testimonial.

Disclaimer

This is a voluntary position, i.e. there is no direct financial compensation, promise of future paid work or any taxable benefit in kind.