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Discussion on: As a software architect, what has your career path looked like?

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Andrew Lucker

Software Architect = "management/product says we want this, so just make it happen"

At some point people trust you but don't understand you. That is the senior level. Your accountability is to the project, timeline, budget, and personnel involved.

Other valued skills include coaching, interviewing, leading, speaking, etc.

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Rae Krantz

yes to the "other valued skills" part! in considering career goals, i knew i didn't want to into "pure" management - i wanted to stay technical. at the same time, i do have strong skills in leading, speaking, and coaching. i see a software architect as a way i can advance in my craft using both my technical and non-technical skills.