About the Architectural Software Engineer Role at Robert Half

Robert Half Technology is excited to partner with a leading client headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee to find an exceptional Architectural Software Engineer. This is a 6-month contract-to-hire position offering 40 hours per week in a hybrid work environment, blending the best of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility. As a key player in this innovative team, you'll lead the charge in designing, developing, and delivering high-impact web and mobile applications, along with their supporting APIs and services.

Working within an agile, cross-functional environment, you'll partner closely with designers, product managers, and fellow engineers to build scalable solutions that drive user satisfaction and business growth. This isn't just a coding role—it's a leadership position where you'll shape the technical vision, mentor talent, and champion engineering excellence. If you're passionate about system architecture, distributed systems, and emerging technologies, this Software Engineer job in Nashville, TN is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities

Architect Scalable Solutions

Take ownership of defining and architecting complex, distributed systems spanning web, mobile, and backend layers. Make critical strategic decisions on frameworks, design patterns, APIs, data modeling, and infrastructure to ensure scalability, reliability, and performance at enterprise levels.

Lead Technical Direction

Set the gold standard for engineering excellence across the team. Establish guidelines for code quality, system design, performance optimization, and maintainability, ensuring every project aligns with best practices and long-term goals.

Collaborate Cross-Functionally

Partner seamlessly with product managers, designers, QA engineers, DevOps specialists, and business stakeholders. Translate high-level functional requirements into robust technical solutions that deliver real value.

Mentor and Influence

Serve as a technical leader and mentor, guiding developers through code reviews, knowledge-sharing sessions, and in-depth architectural discussions. Foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

Evaluate and Integrate Technologies

Stay ahead of the curve by continuously assessing emerging tools, frameworks, and platforms. Provide expert recommendations and spearhead the adoption of technologies that propel the company's vision forward.

Required Qualifications

To thrive in this Architectural Software Engineer role, candidates should bring:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in software engineering, with proven expertise in system architecture.
• Deep knowledge of building scalable web and mobile applications, APIs, and backend services.
• Strong proficiency in agile methodologies, distributed systems, and modern tech stacks like React, Node.js, AWS, or similar.
• Leadership experience in cross-functional teams, including mentoring and code reviews.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to evaluate emerging technologies.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (advanced degrees preferred).
• Experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud infrastructure.
• Outstanding communication skills for collaborating with diverse stakeholders.

This role demands not just technical prowess but also the ability to inspire and lead teams toward architectural excellence.

Why Join Us?

Join Robert Half and our Nashville-based client to be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking organization committed to innovation. Enjoy a competitive salary of $175,000 - $182,000 annually (based on $87.50/hour for full-time equivalent), with a clear path to permanent employment. Our hybrid model in Nashville, Tennessee, United States offers work-life balance while keeping you connected to a collaborative culture.

Robert Half provides top-tier benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, 401(k) matching, professional growth opportunities, and exposure to cutting-edge projects. Nashville's thriving tech scene, combined with our client's mission-driven environment, makes this the perfect launchpad for your career. Apply now for this Software Engineer contract-to-hire role and architect the future of technology with us!

Robert Half is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.