Job Description
Are you ready to shape the technological landscape of 2026 and beyond?
Apex Horizon Systems is seeking a visionary Lead Strategic Technology Architect to spearhead our roadmap for the upcoming era. In this pivotal role, you will bridge the gap between current capabilities and future innovations, ensuring our architecture is scalable, secure, and future-proof. You will define the technical standards that will power our next generation of products, positioning us as a leader in the industry.
As a key member of our executive technology team, you will work closely with product leaders and engineering squads to translate business goals into technical blueprints. This is not just about maintaining systems; it is about architecting the future of technology for 2026.
Responsibilities
- Define and articulate the long-term technical vision and roadmap for the organization, specifically focusing on 2026 and beyond.
- Lead the design of scalable, high-performance software architectures that can support rapid business growth.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate emerging technologies (AI, IoT, Edge Computing) into core product lines.
- Establish and enforce enterprise-wide technical standards, coding guidelines, and best practices.
- Conduct rigorous technical assessments and architecture reviews to mitigate risk and ensure system integrity.
- Drive innovation initiatives that align with the company's strategic goals for the upcoming fiscal year.
- Mentor senior engineers and architects, fostering a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in software architecture, with at least 5 years in a leadership or senior architect role.
- Proven track record of leading technical teams through major digital transformations.
- Expertise in cloud-native architectures (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and microservices.
- Deep understanding of AI/ML integration and its implications for enterprise systems.
- Strong grasp of cybersecurity principles and compliance standards (SOC2, GDPR).
- Exceptional communication skills, capable of translating complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.