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Cox Communications, Inc.

Principal Architect

Atlanta, GA · On-site +1

$163K - $272K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Company Cox Automotive - USA Job Family Group Engineering / Product Development Job Profile Principal Architect Management Level Director Flexible Work Option Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part ...

Ziply Fiber

$180 - $250/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Principal Architect, Technology - Subscriber Edge Full time | Ziply Fiber | United States | Remote ... direct people-management responsibility. This role is expected to lead through technical influence ...

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Hazen and Sawyer

Principal Architect

Independence, OH · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Plan, organize, and direct the architectural work throughout the project lifecycle * Work on a variety of projects from design through construction administration * Interface/coordinate architecture ...

Pfizer

Senior Director, Principal Technical Architect

Tampa, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

ROLE SUMMARY We are seeking a Senior Director, Principal Technical Architect to serve as the technical leader accountable for the technical strategy and architecture of one of Pfizer's key Digital ...

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Hazen and Sawyer

Principal Architect

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Plan, organize, and direct the architectural work throughout the project lifecycle * Work on a variety of projects from design through construction administration * Interface/coordinate architecture ...

BSA Lifestructures Inc

Principal Architect

Carmel, IN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

As a 100% employee-owned firm, you'll have a direct financial stake in our growth and success while ... in your architectural career with BSA! BSA has been recognized as a Top Workplace in Central ...

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How much do director principal architect jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for director principal architect in the United States is $171,382.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $145,000.00 and $194,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Principal Architect vs Senior Architect?

AspectDirector Principal ArchitectSenior Architect
CredentialsTypically requires advanced degrees (e.g., Master's), professional certifications (e.g., PMP, AWS), extensive experienceUsually requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree, relevant certifications, and several years of experience
Work EnvironmentLeads architectural teams, involved in strategic planning, client interactions, and high-level decision makingFocuses on designing and implementing projects, collaborating with teams, and technical problem-solving
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in large corporations, consulting firms, and tech companiesFound across various industries including IT, construction, and engineering firms

The main difference is that the Director Principal Architect holds a leadership and strategic role overseeing teams and projects, while the Senior Architect primarily focuses on technical design and project execution. Both roles require strong technical skills and experience, but the Director Principal Architect also emphasizes management and strategic planning.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director principal architect, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director Principal Architect, you need deep expertise in architectural design, project management, and building codes, usually supported by an accredited architecture degree and licensure (e.g., RA or RIBA). Familiarity with advanced design software (such as Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM tools), as well as experience with project management platforms, is typically required. Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and strong client communication skills set standout candidates apart. These competencies ensure successful delivery of complex projects, effective team leadership, and alignment of architectural vision with business goals.

What is a director principal architect?

A Director Principal Architect is a senior-level professional responsible for overseeing the architectural design and technical vision of large-scale projects within an organization. They combine executive leadership with deep technical expertise, setting long-term strategies and ensuring alignment with business goals. Typically, they lead teams of architects and engineers, mentor staff, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver innovative and effective solutions. Their role often involves making high-impact decisions, guiding technology adoption, and representing the architectural function at the executive level.

How does a director principal architect typically collaborate with other departments to drive project success?

A Director Principal Architect often works closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, engineers, and business leaders, to align architectural vision with organizational goals. They facilitate technical discussions, provide guidance on best practices, and ensure that solutions are scalable and meet business requirements. Regular meetings and design reviews are common, as these help maintain alignment and address challenges early in the development process. Effective communication and the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders are essential for success in this collaborative environment.
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Infographic showing various Director Principal Architect job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $171,382 per year, or $82.4 per hour.

Principal Architect

Cox Communications, Inc.

Atlanta, GA • On-site, Remote

$163K - $272K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Cox Communications rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 127 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 99 rated telecommunications companies

Job description

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Engineering / Product Development

Job Profile

Principal Architect

Management Level

Director

Flexible Work Option 

Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

Travel %

No

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $163,400.00 - $272,300.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

Job Description

Cox Automotive offers you the chance to take a leading role in the digital revolution of the automotive industry. We are on a journey to build out new omni channel experiences, B2B APIs, and Gen AI capabilities for automotive retailers. You will partner with our product and engineering leadership to solve key consumer problems and deliver connected client experiences for car dealerships including: CRM, desking, FNI, vehicle valuation, acquisition, pricing, inventory management, merchandising, servicing, and delivery. We are looking for someone with deep automotive experience who knows what it takes to make complex workloads work together.

The right individual balances product solutioning with hands-on technical discovery and is able to influence the larger community of software engineers and product owners to align everyone to a shared technology direction and strategy. While providing a general view of the solution architecture, they enable implementation teams to make local decisions to provide a faster flow of value and better economics.

This role involves tight collaboration with business stakeholders, teams, vendors, partners, and customers in defining the technology infrastructure, decomposition into components and subsystems, and the definition of interfaces between subsystems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Set the platform architectural direction, long-term vision, and guiding principles.

  • Participate in the planning, definition, and high-level design of the solutions. Work with multiple Release Trains to identify dependencies and define integration strategies.

  • Provide guidance to engineers and technical architects in clarifying requirements, allocating responsibilities to subsystems, defining interfaces, and stablishing delivery automation and testing strategies.

  • Identify required architectural runway in support of upcoming business features and capabilities. Work with product and engineering counterparts to ensure that it is prioritized and delivered.

  • Frame technical and architectural alternatives in business terms, clearly articulating both business and technical implications of various options. Operate within the retail platform's financial framework to validate the economic impact of design decisions.

  • Champion sound architectural solutions and effectively advocate for them at all levels of the organization.

  • Establish critical non-functional requirements at the platform level.

  • Partner with other areas of Cox Automotive to promote the strategic development and re-use of shared capabilities.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 10 years' experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master's degree and 8 years' experience; a Ph.D. and 5 years' experience in a related field; or 14 years' experience in a related field.

  • Experience with cloud-native architectures and delivering software and services leveraging cloud infrastructure such as AWS.

  • 8 years of experience in full development life cycle and significant experience in delivering mission-critical applications and services in a production environment for a industry.

  • Experience building software with API-first approach using serverless technologies, containers, and distributed architectures.

  • Strong foundational knowledge of software engineering and familiarity with various technologies such as OIDC, SAML, SCIM, SQL, NoSQL, Node.js, Python, Java, React, and JavaScript/TypeScript.

  • Experience building, integrating, and testing complex software products composed by multiple workloads and teams.

  • Exemplary consulting skills and a track record of applying these skills as a practicing architect. Outstanding verbal, written, presentation, facilitation, and interaction skills, including ability to effectively communicate architectural issues and concepts to multiple organization levels. Skills to work effectively with teams throughout organization.

  • 4 years of experience as a solution or technical architect.

Drug Testing

To be employed in this role, you'll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Benefits

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company's needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

About Us

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells - or simply uses - cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.EOE, including disability/vets



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Cox Communications is the largest private telecom company in America, serving six million homes and businesses. That's a lot, but we also proudly serve our employees. Our benefits and our award-winning culture are just two of the things that make Cox a coveted place to work. If you're interested in bringing people closer through broadband, smart home tech and more, join Cox Communications today! Cox empowers employees to build a better future and has been doing so for over 120 years. With exciting investments and innovations across transportation, communications, cleantech and healthcare, our family of businesses - which includes Cox Automotive and Cox Communications - is forging a better future for us all. Ready to make your mark?

Industry

Media and telecom

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Atlanta, GA, US

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