Wave

Application Modernization Architect (RapidScale) (Remote)

Wave • $135K — $160K *
Raleigh, NC 27603In-Person
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and over 10 years of experience in software engineering or development.
  • 5+ years of experience as an architect involved in cloud-native and modernization efforts.
  • Hands-on expertise with a major cloud platform such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Proficient in software architecture patterns like microservices, event-driven architecture, and serverless computing.
  • Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, specifically Kubernetes, Docker, or OpenShift.
  • Proven track record of leading application modernization initiatives from conception to deployment.
  • Strong communication skills for client engagement, capable of delivering technical presentations.

Responsibilities

  • Assess legacy application portfolios and identify opportunities for modernization.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into effective software solutions.
  • Conduct discovery workshops to define modernization strategies and guide solution design.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor on cloud technologies and software architecture.
  • Work with stakeholders to scope projects and prepare Statements of Work, estimates, and RFP responses.
  • Design reference architectures and migration frameworks focusing on cost, maintainability, and performance.
  • Architect full-stack solutions that deliver business value and promote modern development practices.
  • Provide hands-on coding leadership as necessary.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
  • Engagement in thought leadership through speaking events and publications.
  • Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
  • Collaboration with skilled professionals in a supportive team environment.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

We are seeking a Application Modernization Architect to play a pivotal role in our Consulting & Professional Services team, focused on cloud-native development and software modernization. This position is an advisory role providing strategic and tactical guidance to our clients and delivery teams. The ideal candidate is passionate about emerging practices such as AI-assisted refactoring and eager to integrate these tools into modern development workflows. You will engage directly with clients, translating complex technical requirements into actionable architectures and roadmaps, while also rolling up your sleeves to write code for PoCs and PoVs.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do
  • Assess legacy application portfolios, identify modernization opportunities, and develop technical roadmaps aligned with business outcomes.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into scalable, secure, and cost-effective software solutions.
  • Conduct technical discovery and strategy workshops to identify pain points, define modernization approaches, and guide solution design on topics such as microservices, cloud-native architecture, DevOps, and CI/CD.
  • Serve as a trusted technical advisor and subject matter expert on cloud technologies and software architecture, ensuring solutions align with client objectives.
  • Work with internal stakeholders to define scope, develop cost estimates and labor projections, and prepare Statements of Work (SOWs), product pricing, and RFP/RFI responses.
  • Design reference architectures, solution patterns, and migration frameworks that balance cost, maintainability, security, and performance.
  • Architect full-stack solutions that deliver measurable business value and enable teams to learn, iterate, and adopt modern delivery practices effectively.
  • Provide hands-on development leadership, coding alongside teams when needed.
  • Act as a thought leader by speaking at industry events, publishing white papers, and contributing to case studies.


Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of software engineering/development experience (or equivalent).
  • 5+ years working as an architect in cloud-native and modernization initiatives.
  • Hands-on expertise with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
  • Expertise in software architecture patterns, including microservices, monolithic refactoring, event-driven architecture and serverless computing.
  • Experience with containerization & orchestration technologies (Kubernetes, Docker, or, OpenShift).
  • Hands-on experience with application modernization initiatives from inception to production.
  • Strong client-facing communication skills, with experience delivering technical presentations and engaging with business/technical stakeholders.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Agentic software modernization methods and best practices.
  • Experience with AI-assisted coding tools (GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, Kiro OpenCode, or equivalent).
  • Professional services or consulting experience, including direct client delivery.
  • Experience working with global or distributed engineering teams.

About Wave

Wave is a Canadian financial services company that provides accounting, invoicing, and payment processing software for small businesses. The company was founded in 2010 by Kirk Simpson and James Lochrie. Wave's software is used by over 4 million small businesses around the world. In 2019, the company was acquired by H&R Block for $405 million. Wave is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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Size
200 employees
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Founded
2011
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