Principal Solutions Architect

About the Role Our client, a global leader in advanced analytics and AI solutions, is actively seeking a highly accomplished Principal Solutions Architect to join their innovative, fully remote workforce. This senior role is pivotal in shaping the architectural direction of complex, cutting-edge projects, driving the design of sophisticated solutions that leverage data science and cloud technologies. You will collaborate with a world-class team of engineers and data scientists, pushing the boundaries of what's possible. This is a remote-first position, offering unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to contribute from anywhere. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a profound understanding of distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, and big data technologies, coupled with exceptional leadership and communication skills. Join us to architect the future of AI and analytics in a dynamic and intellectually stimulating remote environment. Key Responsibilities • Lead the architectural design and strategy for large-scale, complex data analytics and AI platforms. • Define best practices for cloud-native architectures, microservices, and data processing pipelines. • Collaborate with product management, engineering, and research teams to translate business needs into robust technical solutions. • Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and architectural guidance to engineering teams. • Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools for data-intensive applications. • Ensure solutions are scalable, reliable, secure, and cost-effective across major cloud platforms. • Drive innovation by exploring and integrating emerging technologies in AI, machine learning, and big data. • Develop architectural blueprints, documentation, and standards. • Engage with senior stakeholders to articulate technical strategy and solutions. Requirements • Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related quantitative field. • 12+ years of experience in software architecture and design, with at least 5 years focused on big data, AI/ML, and cloud solutions. • Deep expertise in designing and implementing distributed systems and scalable data architectures. • Proficiency with major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their data/AI services. • Strong experience with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop ecosystem, Kafka) and ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch). • Expertise in programming languages such as Python, Scala, or Java. • Excellent understanding of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD practices. • Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills. • Superb communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence technical and business leaders in a remote setting. Benefits • Executive-level compensation package including base salary, bonus, and stock options. • Comprehensive global health, dental, and vision insurance. • Generous time off and sabbatical programs. • Significant budget for professional development, conferences, and training. • Home office setup allowance and technology stipend. • Fully remote work environment with a strong focus on work-life balance. • Opportunity to work on groundbreaking AI and data science projects. • Access to cutting-edge technology and collaborative global teams. #J-18808-Ljbffr