[Finance/ Security] Software Architect

Software Architect Salary: Competitive and based on experience Location: Taipei City Keywords: system architecture design, cloud-first mindset, security-driven, collaborative environment, technical leadership, cross-functional communication, modular and scalable systems, continuous improvement A leading technology organisation in Taipei City is seeking a Software Architect to join their Cybersecurity Product Team. This pivotal position offers you the opportunity to shape the future of cutting-edge cybersecurity products by leveraging your expertise in system architecture, cloud technologies, and secure software development. As a key member of the product team, you will collaborate closely with Product Managers, Analysts, and Engineering teams to drive technology strategy and ensure architectural excellence. The role promises an engaging blend of technical exploration, hands-on design leadership, and the chance to foster a supportive engineering culture. If you are passionate about building secure, maintainable, and high-performing systems while working in a collaborative and inclusive environment, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact. * Play a central role in defining and optimising product architecture for both cloud-based and on-premise solutions, ensuring security and scalability are at the forefront of every decision. * Collaborate with talented cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into robust technical solutions, guiding engineering efforts from concept through implementation. * Enjoy flexible working opportunities within a supportive team that values continuous learning, open technical discussions, and knowledge sharing across all levels.

What you'll do:

As a Software Architect within the Cybersecurity Product Team, you will be entrusted with shaping the foundational structure of innovative security-focused products. Your day-to-day activities will involve collaborating with cross-functional partners to define technology strategies that align with business goals while maintaining rigorous security standards. You will be responsible for integrating advanced technologies across platforms, setting clear architectural guidelines, and ensuring seamless communication between stakeholders. By leading technical research initiatives and facilitating regular design reviews, you will help nurture an environment where quality is paramount and continuous improvement is encouraged. Your ability to guide engineering teams through complex challenges will be instrumental in delivering reliable solutions that stand up to real-world demands.

• Lead the design and ongoing optimisation of product architecture across diverse environments including both cloud and on-premise deployments, ensuring long-term growth and adaptability.
• Ensure that all architectural decisions prioritise security, modularity, maintainability, and scalability to support evolving business needs.
• Integrate multiple technologies seamlessly within the product scope by defining clear architectural standards that balance consistency with flexibility.
• Work closely with Product Managers to assess technical feasibility of new features and clarify any challenges or constraints associated with product requirements.
• Proactively identify areas for technical exploration in unfamiliar domains, spearheading research initiatives and proof-of-concept projects to validate new approaches.
• Create comprehensive architecture design documents, technical specifications, and detailed implementation guidelines to support engineering teams throughout the development lifecycle.
• Guide engineers in understanding core architectural principles and best practices, elevating overall system design capabilities across the team.
• Facilitate structured system design and architecture review sessions to ensure alignment with established standards and promote continuous improvement.
• Champion a culture of open technical discussion by encouraging knowledge sharing and constructive feedback during reviews.

What you bring:

To excel as a Software Architect in this team-oriented environment, your background should reflect substantial experience architecting complex systems within fast-evolving technology landscapes. Your proven track record in server-side development—particularly with languages like Java or Go—and your practical knowledge of containerisation tools will enable you to address challenging integration scenarios confidently. A strong commitment to secure coding practices is essential; your awareness of industry best practices around access control, encryption, and secure communications will help safeguard critical assets. Beyond technical prowess, your approachable communication style will allow you to work harmoniously with colleagues from various disciplines. Your ability to document intricate designs clearly ensures everyone remains aligned throughout project lifecycles. If you also bring experience with DevSecOps pipelines or application development on mobile or desktop platforms (iOS/Android/Windows/Linux/macOS), these additional skills would further enhance your contribution.

• At least five years of experience in software development roles with three or more years dedicated to system architecture design responsibilities.
• Demonstrated success designing and delivering mid- to large-scale systems independently, showcasing your ability to define robust architectures from inception through deployment.
• Expertise in server-side development using mainstream programming languages such as Java or Go, or equivalent experience in similar environments.
• Hands-on familiarity with containerisation technologies including Containers, Docker, Kubernetes, or related ecosystems for modern application deployment.
• Deep understanding of secure software design principles such as access control mechanisms, data encryption techniques, and secure communication protocols.
• A genuine passion for embedding security considerations throughout every stage of the software development lifecycle.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills enabling effective collaboration with diverse roles including engineers, analysts, and product managers to achieve shared outcomes.
• Ability to create clear documentation including architecture designs, technical specifications, and implementation guidelines for use by engineering teams.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its unwavering dedication to advancing cybersecurity solutions that protect users worldwide. Employees benefit from an inclusive workplace culture where collaboration is celebrated at every level—your ideas are valued just as much as your expertise. Flexible working opportunities empower you to balance professional growth with personal wellbeing. The company invests heavily in training opportunities so you can continually expand your skillset alongside knowledgeable peers who are eager to share insights. Here you’ll find supportive leadership committed not only to technological excellence but also to fostering an environment where everyone feels connected and respected. By joining this team, you become part of a network that thrives on mutual trust and shared success.

What's next:

If you are ready to take on a pivotal role shaping next-generation cybersecurity products while growing alongside passionate professionals—this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—we look forward to connecting with you soon.