Lead Software Architect

We are looking for a Lead Software Architect (Individual Contributor) to join our Runtime Technology Group. This role is ideal for a highly experienced engineer who wants to remain hands-on while leading through architecture, technical decision-making, and collaboration - without people management responsibilities.
What youll do:
Own and drive the architectural design of core runtime and SaaS platform components, with a strong focus on scalability, reliability, and data design.
Translate high-level product and business requirements into clear, production-ready system designs for cloud and on-prem environments.
Lead technical direction through design reviews, architectural discussions, and hands-on implementation.
Define and promote architectural standards, patterns, and engineering best practices across teams.
Work closely with backend, data, platform, and product engineers to design and build robust, data-driven systems.
Design and optimize data models, storage strategies, and pipelines for high-volume, real-time, and analytical workloads.
Remain hands-on by implementing strategic components, building PoCs, and supporting complex engineering efforts.
Evaluate and introduce technologies that improve performance, scalability, security, and observability.
Act as a technical mentor and trusted advisor, influencing teams through expertise rather than authority.
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure architectural decisions align with product goals and long-term strategy.