Principal Software Architect

Company Description

About CyberArk:

CyberArk (NASDAQ: CYBR), is the global leader in Identity Security. Centered on privileged access management, CyberArk provides the most comprehensive security offering for any identity – human or machine – across business applications, distributed workforces, hybrid cloud workloads and throughout the DevOps lifecycle. The world’s leading organizations trust CyberArk to help secure their most critical assets. To learn more about CyberArk, visit our CyberArk blogs or follow us on X, LinkedIn or Facebook.

Job Description

CyberArk is looking for a Principal Software Architect to drive the architecture and development of our Secrets Management SaaS platform. In this role, you will play a key part in shaping the product’s core capabilities, delivering a best-in-class user experience, and fostering continuous innovation. You will collaborate with a talented, fast-paced team to design and deliver advanced solutions that address the stringent security needs of enterprise customers around the globe.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years of professional experience, with demonstrated expertise in SaaS-based software architecture.
• A collaborative technical leader who develops those around them and works constructively with peer architects to advance shared architectural goals.
• Strong track record of leading POCs and hands-on technical exploration to introduce new technologies and continuously advance the product architecture.
• A proactive, results-driven mindset with strong decision-making skills that balance architectural excellence and business priorities.
• Strong understanding of system integration design patterns, with the ability to anticipate, assess, and mitigate technical risks.
• Hands-on experience with containerized environments (Kubernetes, Docker, EKS, ECS, etc.) and/or serverless technologies (e.g., AWS Lambda).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with full professional fluency in English.
• Highly self-directed, with a strong commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.
• A self-learner with a passion for exploring new technologies and sharing knowledge across the team.
  
  

• Proficiency in Go, Ruby, or Java.
• Strong hands-on experience with AWS cloud services.
• Deep understanding of security principles and best practices for building highly scalable systems.
• In-depth knowledge of authentication and authorization protocols.
• Previous experience as an R&D manager