Assent

Technology

ApplicationArchitect

₹22–35L ~AI est. Pune, Maharashtra, India FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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optimal for mid candidates.

The Brief

“Application Architect at Assent. Skills: Application architecture, Distributed systems, AI-assisted development. Design application services. Document interfaces”

What You'll Achieve.

Reduce risk; Lower operational costs; Build trust; Drive business performance; Create long-term value

Industry & Context.

Technology
Problems you'll solve

Navigate ambiguity; Pragmatic design decisions

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

8–12+ years software engineering experience, Significant application/solution architecture experience, Experience designing distributed systems, Experience designing APIs, Experience designing service-based architectures, Experience defining architecture principles, Experience applying architecture principles, Experience defining architecture patterns, Experience applying architecture patterns, Experience defining architecture standards, Experience applying architecture standards, Experience working in polyglot environments, Experience with multiple programming languages, Experience with multiple frameworks, Experience working with AI-assisted development tools, Experience designing systems for AI-driven workflows, Understanding of system boundaries, Understanding of domain modeling, Understanding of service design, Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, Ability to influence engineers, Ability to guide engineers, Ability to influence technical leads, Ability to guide technical leads, Experience creating technical documentation, Experience maintaining technical documentation, Problem-solving skills, Familiarity with modern development practices, Familiarity with CI/CD, Familiarity with observability, Familiarity with cloud-based platforms, Experience using data for system design, Experience using operational feedback for system design, Experience reducing technical debt, Excellent communication skills, Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Bachelor's degree in related field, Equivalent practical experience

Nice to Have

Kubernetes experience a plus

What You'll Do.

Design application services

Define validation rules

Refine validation rules

Participate in intake phase

Evaluate feature concepts

Catch boundary violations

Maintain solution artifacts

Translate operational realities

Translate systemic debt

Update agentic instructions

Update platform backlogs

Align capabilities to objectives

Resolve cross-domain issues

Mentor staff engineers

Mentor technical leads

Apply architecture principles

Engage with implementation teams

Engage with product teams

Engage with design teams

Solve design problems

Ensure collaboration across teams

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Implementation teams; Product teams; Design teams

Communication Scope

Explain complex concepts

Process & Methodology

Roadmap planning

Full Job Description

Assent is the leading AI native platform for supply chain sustainability and compliance, trusted by complex manufacturers and distributors around the world. Built and backed by experts who have led global compliance programs, our unified platform combines advanced AI, regulatory expertise, and the world’s largest supply chain data network to help organizations reduce risk, lower operational costs, and build trust across every tier of the value chain. From human rights and responsible sourcing to PFAS reporting and Digital Product Passports, Assent transforms regulatory complexity into actionable insights that drive real business outcomes. With over 900 team members across India, North America, Malaysia, the EU, and Kenya and more than 1,000 customers globally, Assent brings together global perspective and deep domain expertise. Our hybrid work model enables teams to collaborate effectively across regions while staying connected to the communities where they live and work. As a certified B Corporation, we meet rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability. This reflects our commitment to building technology that drives business performance while creating long-term value for people and the planet. People First. Technology Forward. Our commitment to People, Culture & Community (PCC) is rooted in building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing team. We recruit and retain team members with a range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, while fostering a culture of belonging where all Assentees are respected, supported, and empowered to contribute. As we continue to embed AI into how we work, we do so thoughtfully, enhancing human potential, supporting better decision-making, and prioritizing appropriate oversight, privacy, and fairness. At Assent, we value your privacy and are committed to maintaining transparency in how we handle your personal information. As part of our talent acquisition and management processe

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