We are a growing software company building a comprehensive ERP platform to serve clients across multiple industries. We are looking for a seasoned Software Architect Consultant to lead the architectural foundations of our product and mentor our development team.
Engagement Type:
Consulting role (not full-time employment)
Remote-friendly with occasional on-site visits (negotiable)
Key Responsibilities:
Design the end-to-end architecture (System, Application, Data, Integration)
Define and justify the technology stack
Establish module boundaries and inter-module communication patterns
Design the multi-tenancy strategy
Define security, authentication, and authorization architecture
Design the customization strategy to support diverse client needs
Produce thorough documentation (Architecture Documents, ADRs, C4 Diagrams)
Establish coding standards, design patterns, and engineering best practices
Conduct design and code reviews for critical components
Mentor the engineering team, especially the internal Tech Lead, ensuring full knowledge transfer
Job Requirements
Required Qualifications:
10+ years in software development, with at least 5 years as a Software Architect
Proven, hands-on experience architecting ERP systems or complex enterprise platforms (CRM, accounting, banking, etc.)
Strong command of Domain-Driven Design, Clean Architecture, and SOLID principles
Deep experience with Microservices and Modular Monolith, and the judgment to choose between them
Strong database design skills (relational and NoSQL)
Cloud architecture experience (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Experience with multi-tenancy, event-driven architecture, and API design (REST/GraphQL)
Deep understanding of security requirements in financial and accounting systems
Excellent communication skills in Arabic and English
Ability to explain complex concepts simply and clearly
Nice to Have:
Experience with the Egyptian e-Invoicing system or regional tax systems
Experience integrating ERPs with external systems (banks, payment gateways, logistics)
Active contributions to the developer community (writing, speaking, open source)
Track record of mentoring and growing engineering teams
What We Offer:
A long-term project with a clear product vision
A motivated technical team eager to learn and grow
Full flexibility in working hours
Competitive consulting rate aligned with experience
A meaningful opportunity to shape a product serving local and regional markets
