Principal Cloud Software Architect

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Mexico.

📋 Description

• Direct software development project teams to provide AI-first, production-ready solutions that operate at considerable scale and involve technical and organizational complexity.

• Take ownership of technical requirements gathering, decision-making, backlog creation and refinement, as well as architectural choices.

• Facilitate discovery sessions with senior technical and business stakeholders.

• Develop, document, communicate, and advocate for architecture diagrams.

• Engage hands-on in AI-first software development activities.

• Design, automate, and enhance various levels of AI-driven testing.

• Mentor and coach teammates, software engineers, peer Enterprise Architects, and Engineering Managers.

• Act as the primary escalation point by identifying delivery risks, technical obstacles, and relationship challenges.

• Manage status reporting and communication with client leadership, including updates on progress, risks, and roadmap presentations.

• Partner with project managers, peers, and leaders to address client, technical, and team-related issues.

• Assist in pre-sales efforts through scope development, contract document review, and client presentations.

• Willingness to travel up to 25% based on business needs.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of demonstrated experience in software development and cloud-native systems.

• Proven experience managing professional services engagements and cross-functional projects, particularly those involving multiple stakeholders, legacy systems, or significant integration challenges.

• Strong foundation in established engineering practices and scalable architecture.

• Proficiency in more than one backend programming language such as Python, Node.js, C#, or TypeScript.

• Familiarity with frontend frameworks like React, Vue, MVC, or .NET.

• Experience in learning and developing AI tools to enhance productivity and client solutions.

• Extensive expertise in building with AWS.

• Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases, including DynamoDB, PostgreSQL, and MySQL.

• Experience with API integrations across various applications, vendors, and cloud environments.

• Understanding of modern application architectures including event-driven systems, queues, and microservices.

• Proven ability to establish credibility and trust with senior client stakeholders.

• Passion for integrating innovative technologies into the development process.

• Established capacity to lead a workstream while also supporting others and contributing individually within the context of large enterprise engagements.

• A degree in a computing-related discipline is preferred.

• Preferred knowledge in UX/UI, LLMs, AgentCore, GenAI, automated testing, CI/CD, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).

• Preferred experience with large-scale system modernization or legacy migration projects.

• Preferred familiarity with navigating enterprise IT governance processes.

• Current legal authorization to work in Mexico; Caylent cannot sponsor visa or work permit applications.

🏝️ Benefits

• 100% remote work opportunity.

• Medical insurance coverage for you and eligible dependents.

• Generous holiday allowance and flexible paid time off (PTO).

• Competitive phantom equity options.

• Coverage for exams and certifications.

• Peer bonus awards for exceptional performance.

• Access to state-of-the-art laptops and tools.

• Equipment and office stipend provided.

• Individual professional development plan tailored to your needs.

• Annual stipend dedicated to learning and development pursuits.

• Collaborate with an incredible global team within a vibrant corporate culture.