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Lead Systems Architect (2026 Roadmap Initiative)

Apex Horizon Systems
Seattle
Estimated Salary
USD 160.000 – USD 220.000
Live Update
23 Mei 2026
Deadline
23 Mei 2027

Job Description

The Opportunity: We are seeking a visionary Lead Systems Architect to define the technical backbone of our 2026 Strategic Roadmap. You will lead the engineering team in architecting scalable, secure, and high-performance systems that will power our next-generation platform. This is a pivotal role for someone who wants to leave a lasting impact on our infrastructure.

Why Join Us? We offer a competitive package, equity options, and the chance to work on cutting-edge technology. Our culture fosters innovation, autonomy, and continuous learning.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Architect and oversee the implementation of the 2026 Technical Roadmap, ensuring alignment with business goals and industry best practices.
  • Design robust, scalable microservices and cloud-native solutions that can handle massive data throughput.
  • Lead technical strategy discussions, evaluate emerging technologies, and drive architectural decisions to support long-term growth.
  • Mentor and cultivate a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of engineering excellence.
  • Ensure system security, compliance, and reliability across all deployed environments.
  • Collaborate closely with Product Managers and Stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical specifications.

Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of experience in systems architecture, with at least 3 years in a leadership or senior architect role.
  • Deep expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization technologies (Kubernetes, Docker).
  • Proven track record of designing and implementing large-scale distributed systems.
  • Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Go.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation), and DevOps practices.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Passion for solving complex problems and a commitment to writing clean, maintainable code.

Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance; 401(k) Match; Flexible PTO; Professional Development Stipend; Remote work options.

Responsibilities

  • Architect and oversee the implementation of the 2026 Technical Roadmap, ensuring alignment with business goals and industry best practices.
  • Design robust, scalable microservices and cloud-native solutions that can handle massive data throughput.
  • Lead technical strategy discussions, evaluate emerging technologies, and drive architectural decisions to support long-term growth.
  • Mentor and cultivate a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of engineering excellence.
  • Ensure system security, compliance, and reliability across all deployed environments.
  • Collaborate closely with Product Managers and Stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical specifications.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in systems architecture, with at least 3 years in a leadership or senior architect role.
  • Deep expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization technologies (Kubernetes, Docker).
  • Proven track record of designing and implementing large-scale distributed systems.
  • Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Go.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation), and DevOps practices.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Passion for solving complex problems and a commitment to writing clean, maintainable code.

Required Skills

Systems Architecture Cloud Computing Kubernetes AWS Microservices Python Java DevOps CI/CD Infrastructure as Code 2026 Roadmap Technical Leadership Scalability Security

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