What should a software architect know?

 What should a software architect know?

The software architect needs advanced IT knowledge such as data modeling, knowledge of frameworks for the development of software architectures , algorithms, programming languages ​​or the Unified Modeling Language (UML).

On the other hand, a software architect also has to possess great social skills . Since by acting as an intermediary between the management and the technical team, you must be able to communicate the design, decisions and specifications in writing and / or orally. They must also be able to answer questions in a concise and simple way aws solution architect jobs.

Another highly important social quality is leadership . Leading IT department as a software architect is not always easy. Being a good leader and earning the trust of the team is very important to finish the project successfully.

What technical knowledge does a software architect need?

Ability to work with frameworks for the development of software architectures such as TOGAF, DODAF, Zachman

Knowledge of Universal Modeling Language (UML)

Knowledge of programming languages ​​such as Java, C #, .NET, J2EE and Python

Knowledge of databases MySQL, PL / SQL, Oracle

LAMP architectures and Tomcat application servers

Knowledge of web servers (IIS)  

Version control: GIT

APIS (SOAP, XM-RPC, JSON-RPC or REST)

Knowledge of agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)

Ticketing tools (Jira, Mantis)

Experience in service-oriented architecture (SOA)

Experience in design and implementation of software architecture in different environments, for example, JEE

In addition, professionals in this profession must have certain social skills:

Great analytical capacity

Management, organization and leadership skills

Ability to work well under pressure

Sense of responsibility

Good interpersonal communication

Motivation to update in new technologies