Software Architect (compliance & regulation)

Description

We are seeking a highly skilled HO Software Architect to own regulatory compliance aspects within our software development lifecycle, along with the detection, evaluation, and management of open-source initiatives across the organization. This role sits within the CTO office and reports directly to the Director of Architecture.

WHAT AM I GOING TO DO?

Regulatory Compliance Technical Supervision

• Work closely with development and product teams to ensure software development processes and execution meet regulatory standards.
• Participate in “Design Review” and “Product Review” processes to validate adherence to compliance and regulatory policies.
• Proactively identify compliance risks and recommend solutions in Fiverr’s software and product landscape.
• Perform architecture and code review to validate adherence to compliance policies.
• Own and oversee technical compliance with key regulatory frameworks including GDPR, SOC2, and privacy/user safety regulations.
• Facilitate audits and assessments by providing detailed documentation and evidence.
• Build up Fiverr’s “Open Source” program from ground up including defining and owning the process, identifying opportunities, and managing execution.
  
  

Technical Leadership

• Serve as a hands-on technical expert, reviewing, validating, and participating in code contribution across multiple projects.
• Provide mentorship to developers and promote best practices around regulatory compliance and open source utilization.
• Engage with cross-functional teams to advocate and implement secure and compliant technical architectures.
  
  

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in software development, in a high-scale environment.
• Proficiency with Node.js and Java based languages (preferably Kotlin) - Must.
• Understanding of secure software development practices, including OWASP guidelines.
• Proven experience with regulatory frameworks (GDPR, SOC2, user safety, privacy laws).
• Experience in open source software management, including licensing, governance, release management, community management, etc.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional setting, leading without authority.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices, software lifecycle management, and automated compliance tooling.
• Experience working within cloud environments (AWS preferred).
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, Helm).
• Familiarity with the generative AI field and tooling in development lifecycle.
• Experience with other major programming languages and platforms.
  
  

At Fiverr, we’re not about checklists. If you don’t meet 100% of the requirements for this role but still feel passionate about the position and think you have the right skills and qualifications to excel at it, we want to hear from you.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

At Fiverr, we prioritize diversity. We celebrate difference and embed it into every aspect of our workplace and product, as well as our community. Fiverr is proud and committed to providing equal opportunity employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, Fiverr will provide accommodation to individuals with disabilities or a special need.