Software Architect, Cloud Engineer - Software, Software Engineer

About Applied Business Software, Inc.

Applied Business Software, Inc. (ABS), the maker of The Mortgage Office®, is the industry leader in private lending and loan management technology. Since 1978, our software has powered thousands of lenders, including private money firms, municipalities, CDFIs, Tribal Nations, universities, franchisors, third‑party servicers and other non‑bank lenders, helping them streamline, automate, and scale their lending operations with confidence.

We are seeking a highly skilled Software Architect to define and own the architectural vision for our platform – driving modernization, scalability, and a structured path away from our existing monolithic architecture. In this role, you will lead technical strategy and work cross‑functionally with Product, QA, and Engineering teams to deliver pragmatic, forward‑looking solutions. Our current stack includes C#, ASP.NET, VB, React, MSSQL, Redis, Azure.

• Own the architectural vision and modernization roadmap defining a structured, pragmatic path from monolithic architecture to a scalable, modern platform.
• Lead architectural reviews and own major design choices, to align with long‑term scalability, resilience, and business goals.
• Architect and design scalable, resilient backend services that support complex B2B workflows and high‑performing web applications across the platform.
• Establish and enforce coding standards, design patterns, and architectural guardrails to drive consistency and quality across engineering teams.
• Stay ahead of emerging AI trends and help integrate relevant tools and practices into the development lifecycle to improve efficiency and delivery speed.
• Partner with Product to translate customer and business requirements into well‑architected solutions that create measurable impact for end users.

• 8+ years of professional experience working with .NET and C#, with a significant portion in an Architect or Lead Engineer role.
• Proven experience leading modernization initiatives, with the ability to balance long‑term vision with near‑term pragmatism.
• Strong foundation in system design and distributed systems – including designing, documenting, and delivering large‑scale, resilient, cloud‑based architectures capable of handling complex B2B workflows and variable traffic demands.
• Deep expertise in database design and development with SQL Server, with working knowledge of No
  
  SQL databases and a strong grasp of data modeling at scale.
• Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred or AWS), containerization (Docker), and modern Dev Ops practices including CI/CD pipelines via Azure Dev Ops, Git, or Jenkins.
• Strong Computer Science fundamentals and communication skills to translate complex architectural decisions for both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

• Proven track record of improving developer efficiency using AI tooling – such as LLM‑assisted development, AI‑powered code review, or workflow automation.
• BS/MS in Computer Science or related field, paired with strong communication and collaborative skills that thrive in a small, fast‑moving team environment.
• Hands‑on experience building AI‑native features or integrating AI/ML capabilities into a SaaS platform.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company funded match.
• Mission‑driven company with a 45+ year legacy and industry‑leading products trusted by thousands of lenders.
• Collaborative, supportive team known for long tenure, deep expertise, and a culture built on trust and integrity.
• Help modernize and evolve the leading platform in private lending technology.
• Beautiful Huntington Beach office with a tight‑knit culture.
• Competitive compensation and room for professional growth.
• Performance‑based bonuses.
• Generous PTO.
• Modern workspace with on‑site amenities.
• Awesome company Christmas party.

The pay range for this role is: 160,000 – 180,000 USD per year (Huntington Beach, CA)