Strong knowledge of microservices architecture
Microservices Architects must have broad and deep technical knowledge of microservices architecture and be responsible for the development of a complete set of architectural views.
Microservices Architects
Descriptions & Duties
- Microservices has become increasingly popular in the digital transformation landscape and microservices architecture is an approach that allows creating an application from a combination of independently deployable smaller services. Architects experienced in microservices architecture are responsible for defining, maintaining and evolving the emerging architecture that enables business vision and objectives as well as maximises the value of technology into the current and future capabilities. Microservices Architects are experts who make high-level decision choices on software coding standards, tools and platforms with a focus on cloud-native and microservice solutions.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:1 (Max:5)
Skill is rarely required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Trade Specific Competencies
Analytical skills
Microservices Architects must possess strong business analysis skills including functional decomposition, requirements capture, process modelling.
Ability to present views and influence others
Microservices Architects are required to present and explain the architectural views to senior management and provide technical advice to ensure all team members in technical development follow the principles of Microservices.
Work Environment
- Microservices Architects usually work in offices during regular business hours.