BambooHR

Chief Architect

Utah | Hybrid · Exec · Contract

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About the role

Please Note: This is a Utah-based hybrid position which will require some regular in-office days each week.
Additionally, employment with BambooHR is contingent on passing both a background and credit check.
We're leaning into intelligent tools to streamline our workflows, giving us more time for high-impact innovation.

At BambooHR, we're all about setting people free to do great work, and we believe AI is a powerful partner in that mission.
We're seeking an experienced Chief Architect to lead the architectural design of a robust, scalable, and secure technology platform.
Lead architecture modernization initiatives that deliver robust, secure, and scalable systems, including the integration of emerging technologies.
Oversee the design, implementation and integration of new technologies, including AI-driven solutions, into existing data structures and systems that support application development and business intelligence/analytics.
Collaborate with the VP of Engineering, engineering teams, operations, and product management to sustain alignment between architecture, technical solutions, and business requirements.
Ensure architecture design is compliant with industry standards and regulations related to data privacy and security.
Proven experience (10+ years) in an architecture leadership role within a SaaS or technology company, with deep expertise in system design, modern web technologies, and cloud-based platforms.
Extensive experience designing and operating cloud-native architectures, including data platforms and architectures that support AI/ML workloads at scale.
Strong passion for emerging technologies and modern architectural patterns, continuously evaluating their potential impact and proactively driving their adoption where they create clear business and engineering value.

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related major or equivalent work experience.

Make architectural decisions that balance short-term project goals with the overarching architecture vision and strategy, enabling effective engineering execution.

Sponsor growth of a team of high-performing architects, cultivating innovation, continual improvement, and goal achievement through collaboration

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