The Role
Leads the architecture and delivery of scalable cloud-based enterprise and LMS platforms. Responsibilities include microservices and system design, cloud strategy, DevOps and CI/CD, performance and security, stakeholder collaboration, project delivery, pre-sales support, architecture reviews, and team mentorship. The role requires hands-on technical leadership across software development, distributed systems, integrations, and enterprise platforms, with preferred EdTech/LMS experience and exposure to AI/ML.
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Job Description: Senior Technical Architect
Role Overview
We are looking for a Technical Architect with 20–25 years of experience to lead the design and delivery of scalable, cloud-based enterprise solutions, with strong exposure to EdTech/LMS and distributed systems.
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Key Responsibilities
· Define and drive end-to-end architecture for enterprise and LMS platforms
· Lead system design, microservices architecture, and cloud strategy
· Ensure scalability, performance, security, and code quality
· Collaborate with stakeholders, product teams, and clients
· Manage multiple projects, ensuring delivery, quality, and timelines
· Drive DevOps, CI/CD, and release management practices
· Lead technical discussions, architecture reviews, and problem-solving
· Support pre-sales (RFPs, solutions, PoCs) and client engagements
· Mentor teams and enforce engineering best practices
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Required Skills
· Backend: PHP / Java / Node.js / Python
· Frontend: React / Angular, HTML, CSS, JavaScript
· Microservices, REST APIs, system integration
· Cloud: AWS / GCP / Azure, Docker, Kubernetes
· Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, NoSQL
· Messaging: Kafka / RabbitMQ
· LMS experience (e.g., Moodle) preferred
· Exposure to AI/ML integrations is a plus
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Profile
· Strong architecture, delivery, and stakeholder management experience
· Proven ability to lead large teams and multiple programs
· Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
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Experience
· 20–25 years in software development and architecture
· Bachelor’s/Master’s in Engineering
· An ideal candidate would be a hands-on Technical Architect who can guide the team for value delivery
Domain Expertise
· Experience in EdTech / LMS platforms (highly preferred)
· Exposure to Web Commerce, Supply Chain, Telecom, or Transportation domains
· Understanding of user experience, content delivery, and digital platforms
Leadership & Soft Skills
· Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
· Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
· Proven ability to lead large teams and multiple programs simultaneously
· Ability to balance technical depth with business priorities
Success Metrics
· Successful delivery of scalable, high-performing enterprise platforms
· Improved system performance, reliability, and cost efficiency
· High customer satisfaction and stakeholder alignment
· Contribution to business growth through pre-sales and innovation
· Strong team capability and engineering maturity
Our Offerings for Employee Benefits:
- Health Insurance for Employee+Spouse+Two Children+Parents
- Term Life Insurance
- GPA – For Employee
- Hybrid working
- Compliance – PF and Gratuity
About Academian
Website: www.academian.com
Academian is a carve-out of an existing 22-year IT company – Intraedge Inc (www.intraedge.com)
Academian is a service, product, and learning development company in the education domain with a current headcount of 500+ team members. We are rapidly becoming a leading force in the education technology space.
We specialize in delivering innovative services, products, and learning development solutions tailored for the education sector. Our expertise spans across K-12, higher education, professional institutions, publishers, online program managers (OPMs), and corporate learning environments.
At Academian, we combine deep industry knowledge with a product-oriented design approach, enabling us to craft high-impact learning experiences and technology solutions. From content development and media production to strategic staffing and custom software development, we support every phase of the educational lifecycle.
Our Specialties Include:
EdTech Solutions: LMS, CMS, Custom Software, Cloud Architecture
Digital Learning: Content Design, Learning Experience Design, Accessibility, Media Development
Education Services: K-12, Higher Education, Workforce Development, Publishing & Prepress
Strategic Services: Product Management, Strategic Consulting, Technology & Digital Transformation, Staffing.
We’re passionate about shaping the future of learning—and we’re looking for talented, mission-driven individuals to grow with us. Join our team and be part of building meaningful solutions that make a real impact in education.
EdTech with Academian | Your Digital Transformation Partner
We deliver innovative EdTech solutions and craft custom eLearning experiences. Drive digital transformation with our advanced technology & DEIB commitment.
Skills Required
- 20-25 years of experience in software development and architecture
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering
- Strong enterprise architecture and scalable cloud solution design experience
- Experience with PHP, Java, Node.js, or Python backend development
- Experience with React or Angular, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
- Experience with microservices, REST APIs, and system integration
- Experience with AWS, GCP, or Azure
- Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
- Experience with MySQL, PostgreSQL, or NoSQL databases
- Experience with Kafka or RabbitMQ
- Strong architecture, delivery, and stakeholder management experience
- Ability to lead large teams and multiple programs simultaneously
- Excellent communication, presentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- EdTech or LMS platform experience, such as Moodle
- Exposure to AI/ML integrations
- Experience in Web Commerce, Supply Chain, Telecom, or Transportation domains
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The Company
What We Do
Academian is an education-technology services partner and a creative offshoot of Intraedge. It helps K–12, higher-education, workforce-development, publishers, and corporate clients pursue digital transformation through digital engineering, custom software, learning-experience design, content development, publishing, strategic consulting, and staffing. Its mission is to empower learning through technology by building scalable platforms, impactful digital content, and effective, accessible learning experiences for diverse learners worldwide.
