Software Architect (Fixed Term Contract)
At Aristocrat, we believe in the power of play to bring happiness to life. As a leader in gaming content and technology, our mission is to build outstanding experiences for our players. Join our dynamic team and contribute to innovative solutions that influence the direction of our technology.
What You’ll Do
* Build end‑to‑end architectures for scalable, secure, testable, and high‑performing native and hybrid mobile applications.
* Develop proof‑of‑concepts to inform comprehensive architectural compositions.
* Define patterns and reference architectures for consistent, reusable, and maintainable solutions.
* Establish API standards and integration patterns for scalable and secure communication.
* Collaborate with Solution Architects to provide developer insights and develop high‑level and low‑level diagrams.
* Advocate for process and tooling upgrades to boost development efficiency and solution quality.
* Communicate complex architectural concepts to both technical and non‑technical collaborators.
* Lead cross‑functional development teams in implementing architectural guidelines, including mentorship for iOS, Android, and hybrid frameworks.
* Review builds and implementations to ensure technical quality and adherence to architecture.
* Bridge product owners, business analysts, developers, and operations teams to align technical solutions.
* Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture standards and overall technology strategy.
* Maintain compliance with industry standards, security protocols, and data privacy regulations.
What We’re Looking For
* Hands‑on experience with native (iOS/Android) and hybrid (React Native/Unity) applications.
* Proficiency in hybrid or cross‑platform mobile front‑ends (e.g., React Native, Ionic).
* Strong knowledge of Object‑Oriented Analysis and Composition (OOAC) with a broad architectural view.
* Expertise in software architecture principles, patterns, and guidelines, including OOP, cloud‑native architecture, and mobile‑specific patterns.
* Ability to communicate architectural concepts using models such as C4 and UML, and adapt them for mobile‑specific components.
* Solid understanding of data modeling, databases (SQL and NoSQL), and database normalization.
* Outstanding communication and teamwork skills, adept at articulating complex technical concepts.
* Proven ability to troubleshoot challenges and plan strategic technology solutions.
Preferred Skills and Experience
* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
* Experience in the gaming industry, particularly with SaaS solutions.
* Knowledge of real‑time systems, multiplayer game architectures, and player data analytics.
* Familiarity with guidelines and compliance standards in software development.
Why Aristocrat?
Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top‑tier publisher of free‑to‑play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of millions of people who love our casino and mobile games. While we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We lead the way in responsible gameplay, and we lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability.
EEO Statement
We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity. EEO M/F/D/V
Visa Information
At this time, we are unable to sponsor work visas for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the job posting location for this position on a full‑time basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.
Job Details
* Location: London, England, United Kingdom
* Employment type: Contract
* Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
* Industry: Gambling Facilities and Casinos
* Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
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