Architect - Web Technolgies at Altera

San Jose, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (Master's preferred)
  • 8+ years in solution architecture, technical lead, or senior development roles for enterprise-scale websites
  • Proven hands-on experience with Acquia Drupal, SaaS integrations, and headless/hybrid CMS architectures
  • Strong knowledge of enterprise search, taxonomy/metadata design, and structured content delivery
  • Experience with DITA publishing workflows, ideally Ixiasoft and Fluid Topics
  • Expertise in integrating CRM, SSO, DAM, CDN, ERP/PLM/PIM systems with web applications
  • Proficiency in web technologies (implied from role context)

Responsibilities

  • Own the end-to-end technical design and solution architecture for Altera.com and its integrated digital platforms (CMS, documentation portal, community portal, training portal)
  • Define and maintain architectural standards, patterns, and integration strategies across all platforms including Drupal (Acquia CMS), Fluid Topics, Docebo & Khoros
  • Architect solutions for scalability, performance, availability, and security, including role-based access control and secure content entitlement models
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption where appropriate
  • Oversee integrations with Microsoft Entra ID / Okta (SSO), DAM, NetStorage/CDN (Akamai), Salesforce, and ERP/PLM/PIM systems
  • Define and validate content publishing workflows from structured (DITA/Ixiasoft) and unstructured sources to Fluid Topics
  • Configure and customize platforms including Acquia Drupal, Fluid Topics, Docebo, and Khoros to meet business requirements
  • Collaborate with identity management teams to design secure and compliant authentication and authorization solutions
  • Review vendor deliverables for technical accuracy, scalability, and compliance with requirements
  • Translate business requirements into platform-agnostic, solution-focused technical specifications
  • Ensure adherence to coding best practices, development standards, and security guidelines
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams and vendor resources
  • Serve as the primary technical liaison between Altera and implementation partners and Software Vendor Partners
  • Support cutover planning, testing, and deployment for phased go-lives
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the web ecosystem

Skills

Drupal
Acquia CMS
Fluid Topics
Docebo
Khoros
Microsoft Entra ID
Okta
SSO
Akamai
CDN
Salesforce
ERP
PLM
PIM
DAM

Altera

Develops digital human agents for AI

About Altera

Altera develops digital human agents that mimic human traits like empathy, friendship, and fun. Their primary product allows users to interact with an AI agent while playing Minecraft, creating a friendly and engaging experience. Altera's agents are designed to be interoperable and capable of long-term autonomy, making them suitable for both individual users and businesses. Unlike many competitors, Altera focuses on advancing research and scaling technology to deliver unique, human-like AI products. The company's goal is to redefine AI agents, enhancing their versatility and human-like qualities.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2023Year Founded
$10.7MTotal Funding
SEEDCompany Stage
Consumer Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
11-50Employees

Risks

Priest-led cults in Altera's Minecraft simulation may cause ethical concerns.
Managing 1,000 autonomous AI agents poses safety and ethical challenges.
Creating believable digital humans may lead to misuse in deceptive AI applications.

Differentiation

Altera specializes in digital human agents with traits like empathy and friendship.
Their first product offers a unique Minecraft experience with interactive AI agents.
Altera's focus on human-like AI agents sets them apart in the AI sector.

Upsides

Altera raised $9M in May 2024, showing strong investor confidence.
AI-driven gaming experiences are gaining popularity, benefiting Altera's Minecraft product.
The rise of AI companions in mental health indicates a market for empathetic agents.

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