Software developer architect cloud services

Oracle
Richmond, VA

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Software Developer Architect with a deep background in cloud-native architectures and distributed systems . The ideal candidate will lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable cloud applications and services, providing technical direction and mentoring to engineering teams.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Architect, design, and implement large-scale, high-performance software systems on cloud platforms (OCI and other CSPs).

  • Define and enforce architectural standards, design patterns, and best practices across engineering teams.

  • Lead design reviews, proof-of-concept development, and technology evaluations for new projects.

  • Collaborate closely with product management, product development, DevOps, and security teams to deliver reliable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions.

  • Provide technical mentorship to developers and ensure high-quality code delivery.

  • Build AI solutions to improve Devops productivity and cloud service efficiency

  • Optimize system performance, reliability, and scalability through proactive design and continuous improvement.

  • Stay current with emerging technologies and assess their potential for adoption.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

  • 12+ years of professional software development experience.

  • 3+ years in an architect or technical lead role.

  • Proven expertise in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, Go, C#, or Node.js).

  • Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts , IaaS/PaaS/SaaS , and container orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker) .

  • Hands-on experience with OCI, AWS , Azure , or Google Cloud Platform services (compute, networking, storage, and security).

  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines , infrastructure as code (Terraform), and DevOps practices.

  • Strong understanding of API design , microservices , event-driven architectures , and data streaming .

  • Solid foundation in software design patterns, distributed systems, and RESTful or GraphQL architectures.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Cloud Architect certification (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Architect Expert, or GCP Professional Cloud Architect).

  • Experience with serverless frameworks (AWS Lambda, Azure Functions).

  • Familiarity with data engineering , AI/ML pipelines , or observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog).

  • Strong background in security best practices and compliance frameworks (SOC2, ISO 27001, etc.).

  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence technical direction across teams.

Disclaimer:

Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.

Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only

US: Hiring Range in USD from: $136,600 to $338,500 per annum. May be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral.

Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business.

Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.

Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion

Short term disability and long term disability

Life insurance and AD&D

Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)

Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts

Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits

401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match

Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.

11 paid holidays

Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.

Paid parental leave

Adoption assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Financial planning and group legal

Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance

The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.

Career Level - IC6

About Us

Only Oracle brings together the data, infrastructure, applications, and expertise to power everything from industry innovations to life-saving care. And with AI embedded across our products and services, we help customers turn that promise into a better future for all. Discover your potential at a company leading the way in AI and cloud solutions that impact billions of lives.

True innovation starts when everyone is empowered to contribute. That's why we're committed to growing a workforce that promotes opportunities for all with competitive benefits that support our people with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs.

We're committed to including people with disabilities at all stages of the employment process. If you require accessibility assistance or accommodation for a disability at any point, let us know by emailing [email protected] or by calling 1-888-404-2494 in the United States.

Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.

Posted 2026-04-24

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