iSAQB Certified Professional for Software Architecture – Foundation Level (CPSA-F) — Question 9

For which quality characteristics is the software architect responsible?
Please name the two characteristics that best match the role of the software architect. (Choose two.)

Answer options

• A. The performance of the software
• B. The technical quality of the software implementation
• C. The suitability of the software design for its purpose
• D. The software is free of errors

Correct answer: A, C

Explanation

The software architect is primarily accountable for the performance of the software and the suitability of the design for its intended purpose, as these aspects directly influence overall architecture decisions. While technical quality and error-free code are important, they fall more under the responsibilities of developers and quality assurance teams.