Principal Software Architect

We are seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking Principal Software Architect to lead the design and evolution of enterprise-scale software systems in a fully remote environment. This role is responsible for defining technical strategy, establishing architectural standards, and guiding engineering teams in building scalable, secure, and high-performance applications.

The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a proven track record of architecting complex distributed systems. You will play a critical role in shaping technology direction, mentoring engineers, and ensuring alignment between business objectives and technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Define and drive the overall software architecture strategy across multiple platforms and systems

Design scalable, secure, and resilient distributed systems and cloud-native architectures

Establish best practices, coding standards, and architectural guidelines for engineering teams

Lead technical decision-making and provide guidance on system design, performance, and scalability

Collaborate with engineering, product, and executive stakeholders to align technology with business goals

Evaluate and implement modern technologies, frameworks, and tools to improve system capabilities

Oversee system integration, API design, and microservices architecture

Ensure high standards for security, data integrity, and compliance across all systems

Mentor senior engineers and technical leads, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation

Conduct architecture reviews, risk assessments, and performance optimizations

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

10+ years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in an architectural or leadership role

Proven experience designing large-scale distributed systems and cloud-based platforms

Strong expertise in system design, microservices architecture, and API development

Proficiency in modern programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, Go, or similar)

Deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and DevOps practices

Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes)

Strong knowledge of security, scalability, and high-availability system design

Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and leadership skills

Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States (valid U.S. work permit required)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in enterprise SaaS platforms or high-growth technology environments

Familiarity with AI/ML system architecture and data engineering pipelines

Experience with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation)

Background in performance engineering and system optimization

Prior experience working in fully remote or distributed global teams

What We Offer

Competitive hourly compensation at executive level

Fully remote work environment with flexible scheduling

Opportunity to influence and lead large-scale technical strategy

Professional development, certifications, and conference sponsorship

Collaborative, innovation-driven culture

Career growth into executive or CTO-track roles.