Principal Architect, Software Engineering at Tekion

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Automotive, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

10+ years of experience in architecture, designing, and implementing large-scale distributed services-oriented systems
Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Applications Architect
Experience with SOA, Microservices architecture, API Management & Enterprise system Integrations
Proficient with Java/JEE technologies, jQuery, JSON, Angular, Kafka
Good to have Golang, Python experience
Experience with implementing AI technologies
Experience with cloud implementations preferably in AWS
Deep understanding of dashboards and measuring software components to make informed decisions about capacity and infrastructure components
Experience with both RDBMS such as Maria DB/MySQL and No-SQL database such as MongoDB
Experience with GIT, Jenkins, & AWS
Experience as a mentor, influencing others, or related leadership experience
Experience working in an Agile Environment with great collaboration skills
Technology competency areas: Cloud Native, Microservices and APIs, Reactive Systems, Analytics & Streaming Pipelines, Devops CI/CD

Responsibilities

Works with product owners and developers to deliver key features and functionalities
Develop and deliver a unified platform that seamlessly connects internal capabilities with external experiences - laying the groundwork for scalable, long-term innovation
Design and deliver a harmonized application architecture to fully leverage AI, Analytics, and Automation—fuelling effective decisions, and elevated experiences for all stakeholders
Provides guidance on continuous integration and test-driven development practices
Develops API strategy for the overall application
Helps drive Agile ceremonies including iteration planning, standups and retrospectives
Develops cloud deployment model of application
As needed, develops and tests code for UI, services and integration tiers of an application component
Works with product team to understand business use cases for adopting cloud native approach to developing software
Develop technology strategy for engagement
Ensures technical collaboration and alignment between cross teams
Collaborate with cross-functional teams in analyzing business requirements, architecting and building key components to continue to scale Tekion's business
Work cross-functionally with both technical and non-technical teams, including business development, product management, software engineering, QA, security and departmental executives, to drive tangible results
Capable of presenting designs and ideas to an Architecture Review Board and to Technology and Business senior management
Providing expert solutions, implement, and support products and tools related to Tekion’s Operating Cloud

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Cloud ArchitectureSoftware EngineeringMachine LearningAIBig DataPlatform DevelopmentCross-functional Collaboration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the key responsibilities of the Principal Architect role?

Responsibilities include working with product owners to deliver features, designing a unified platform for scalability, developing API strategy, guiding CI/CD practices, driving Agile ceremonies, and developing cloud deployment models.

What technical skills and competencies are required for this position?

Key competencies include Cloud Native, Microservices and APIs, Reactive Systems, Analytics, along with experience in AI, machine learning, continuous integration, test-driven development, and Agile practices.

Is this a remote position or does it require office presence?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What kind of collaboration is expected in this role?

The role involves working cross-functionally with technical and non-technical teams including business development, product management, software engineering, QA, security, and executives, while presenting to Architecture Review Board and senior management.

Tekion

Cloud-native platform for automotive retail management

About Tekion

Tekion has developed a cloud-native platform designed for the automotive retail industry. Its main product is a Dealer Management System (DMS) that utilizes technologies like Big Data, the Internet of Things (IoT), and Machine Learning (ML) to improve the operations of car dealerships. The DMS provides a centralized view and performance metrics for dealership groups, allowing for better management and increased operational efficiency. Tekion differentiates itself from competitors by being the first and fastest cloud-native DMS available, and it integrates seamlessly with major Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) at no extra cost. The company's goal is to enhance dealership efficiency, profitability, and customer experience through its subscription-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, which also includes additional services to help dealerships identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities.

Pleasanton, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$617.8MTotal Funding

GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Automotive & Transportation, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive compensation and generous stock options

100% employer-paid top-of-the-line medical, dental and vision coverage

Great benefits including unlimited PTO, parental leave and free snacks and beverages

The opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds from Silicon Valley’s most dominant and successful companies

Be part of an early stage, hyper-growth start-up with the opportunity to grow and prosper

Work on the latest and coolest technologies – everything is home-grown and built ground-up

A dynamic work environment with a strong sense of community and collaboration

The open and transparent culture that encourages innovation, rewards performance and discourages hierarchy

Exciting opportunities for career growth and development

Risks

Competition from established players like CDK Global may impact Tekion's market share.

Data privacy concerns could arise from integrating generative AI into Tekion's platform.

Reliance on partnerships may pose risks if expected synergies are not achieved.

Differentiation

Tekion offers the first cloud-native platform for the automotive retail industry.

The platform integrates AI and machine learning for predictive analytics and personalization.

Tekion's Automotive Partner Cloud enables seamless data sharing across the automotive ecosystem.

Upsides

Increased adoption of cloud-native solutions boosts demand for Tekion's platform.

AI integration in dealership systems enhances customer experience and operational efficiency.

Subscription-based SaaS model aligns with industry trends, supporting Tekion's growth.

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