Denver, CO · Remote
$166K - $244K/yr
We are looking for a Principal Software Architect - Front End to be part of revolutionizing these industries. In this role, you will lead front-end architecture for customer-facing web and mobile ...
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Denver, CO · Remote
$166K - $244K/yr
We are looking for a Principal Software Architect - Front End to be part of revolutionizing these industries. In this role, you will lead front-end architecture for customer-facing web and mobile ...
Middleton, WI · Remote
$166K - $244K/yr
We are looking for a Principal Software Architect - Front End to be part of revolutionizing these industries. In this role, you will lead front-end architecture for customer-facing web and mobile ...
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Middleton, WI · Remote
$166K - $244K/yr
We are looking for a Principal Software Architect - Front End to be part of revolutionizing these industries. In this role, you will lead front-end architecture for customer-facing web and mobile ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
The Principle, Software Architect at Cotality will support the development of application, data-centric, and integration solutions with a strong focus on Product and Platform architecture ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
The Principle, Software Architect at Cotality will support the development of application, data-centric, and integration solutions with a strong focus on Product and Platform architecture ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
The Principle, Software Architect at Cotality will support the development of application, data-centric, and integration solutions with a strong focus on Product and Platform architecture ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
The Principle, Software Architect at Cotality will support the development of application, data-centric, and integration solutions with a strong focus on Product and Platform architecture ...
Architect and evolve software solutions aligned to business priorities, ensuring scalability, performance, security, and operational readiness across enterprise platforms * Drive architecture ...
Architect and evolve software solutions aligned to business priorities, ensuring scalability, performance, security, and operational readiness across enterprise platforms * Drive architecture ...
Falls Church, VA · Remote
$150K - $225K/yr
Senior/Principal Software Architect Pay Range: $150,000 - $225,000.00 Are you looking for more than just a seat on a contract? Are you looking for a place where your work truly matters? At Skyline ...
Falls Church, VA · Remote
$150K - $225K/yr
Senior/Principal Software Architect Pay Range: $150,000 - $225,000.00 Are you looking for more than just a seat on a contract? Are you looking for a place where your work truly matters? At Skyline ...
Falls Church, VA · On-site
$150K - $225K/yr
Senior/Principal Software Architect Pay Range: $150,000 - $225,000.00 Are you looking for more than just a seat on a contract? Are you looking for a place where your work truly matters? At Skyline ...
Falls Church, VA · On-site
$150K - $225K/yr
Senior/Principal Software Architect Pay Range: $150,000 - $225,000.00 Are you looking for more than just a seat on a contract? Are you looking for a place where your work truly matters? At Skyline ...
Architect and evolve software solutions aligned to business priorities, ensuring scalability, performance, security, and operational readiness across enterprise platforms * Drive architecture ...
Architect and evolve software solutions aligned to business priorities, ensuring scalability, performance, security, and operational readiness across enterprise platforms * Drive architecture ...
Redmond, WA · On-site
We are looking to hire a Principal Software Architect with deep technical judgment and platform-level ownership to shape the future of managed identity and service-to-service authentication at scale.
Redmond, WA · On-site
We are looking to hire a Principal Software Architect with deep technical judgment and platform-level ownership to shape the future of managed identity and service-to-service authentication at scale.
Architect and evolve software solutions aligned to business priorities, ensuring scalability, performance, security, and operational readiness across enterprise platforms * Drive architecture ...
Architect and evolve software solutions aligned to business priorities, ensuring scalability, performance, security, and operational readiness across enterprise platforms * Drive architecture ...
Architect and evolve software solutions aligned to business priorities, ensuring scalability, performance, security, and operational readiness across enterprise platforms * Drive architecture ...
Architect and evolve software solutions aligned to business priorities, ensuring scalability, performance, security, and operational readiness across enterprise platforms * Drive architecture ...
Gaithersburg, MD · Hybrid
$131K - $237K/yr
Leidos is seeking a Principal Software Architect to join the Air Traffic Business Area within the Homeland Sector , supporting the development of the Leidos Common Automation Platform (L-CAP) and ...
Gaithersburg, MD · Hybrid
$131K - $237K/yr
Leidos is seeking a Principal Software Architect to join the Air Traffic Business Area within the Homeland Sector , supporting the development of the Leidos Common Automation Platform (L-CAP) and ...
Aurora, CO · On-site
$137K - $183K/yr
This senior role is for a Software Architect/Principal Software Engineer, and requires technical leadership, system design, and implementation oversight of complex government system architectures for ...
Aurora, CO · On-site
$137K - $183K/yr
This senior role is for a Software Architect/Principal Software Engineer, and requires technical leadership, system design, and implementation oversight of complex government system architectures for ...
POSITION SUMMARY The Principal Software Architect is a key member of the team that owns the technical architecture across IGEN's product portfolio including system design, technology selection ...
POSITION SUMMARY The Principal Software Architect is a key member of the team that owns the technical architecture across IGEN's product portfolio including system design, technology selection ...
Platform Staffing Group (an STA Group Company) is looking for a Sr. Principal Software Architect to assist our client in leading the development and evolution of our Data & ML Platform using ...
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Platform Staffing Group (an STA Group Company) is looking for a Sr. Principal Software Architect to assist our client in leading the development and evolution of our Data & ML Platform using ...
We are seeking a Principal Software Architect who is both strategic and handson, capable of navigating complex distributed systems while guiding engineering teams through modernization and cloud ...
We are seeking a Principal Software Architect who is both strategic and handson, capable of navigating complex distributed systems while guiding engineering teams through modernization and cloud ...
Rumble Cloud is seeking a Principal Software Architect (Python) to own the design and hands-on implementation of our Self-Service Cloud Portal and Cloud Console, the primary interfaces customers use ...
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Rumble Cloud is seeking a Principal Software Architect (Python) to own the design and hands-on implementation of our Self-Service Cloud Portal and Cloud Console, the primary interfaces customers use ...
Rumble Cloud is seeking a Principal Software Architect (Python) to own the design and hands-on implementation of our Self-Service Cloud Portal and Cloud Console, the primary interfaces customers use ...
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Rumble Cloud is seeking a Principal Software Architect (Python) to own the design and hands-on implementation of our Self-Service Cloud Portal and Cloud Console, the primary interfaces customers use ...
We are seeking a Principal Software Architect who is both strategic and hands-on, capable of navigating complex distributed systems while guiding engineering teams through modernization and cloud ...
We are seeking a Principal Software Architect who is both strategic and hands-on, capable of navigating complex distributed systems while guiding engineering teams through modernization and cloud ...
Rumble Cloud is seeking a Principal Software Architect (Python) to own the design and hands-on implementation of our Self-Service Cloud Portal and Cloud Console, the primary interfaces customers use ...
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Rumble Cloud is seeking a Principal Software Architect (Python) to own the design and hands-on implementation of our Self-Service Cloud Portal and Cloud Console, the primary interfaces customers use ...
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To thrive as a Principal Software Architect, you need deep expertise in software design, architecture patterns, and multiple programming languages, often supported by a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or engineering. Familiarity with cloud platforms (like AWS, Azure), architectural modeling tools (such as UML), and certifications like TOGAF or AWS Certified Solutions Architect is valuable. Leadership, strong communication, and the ability to mentor and influence cross-functional teams are standout soft skills for this role. These competencies are essential for guiding technical direction, ensuring scalable and maintainable solutions, and fostering alignment across technical and business stakeholders.
A Principal Software Architect is a senior technical leader responsible for designing, guiding, and overseeing an organization's software architecture. They establish technical standards, ensure scalable and efficient system design, and collaborate with engineering teams to implement best practices. This role involves making high-level design choices, mentoring developers, and aligning technical strategies with business goals. Principal Software Architects work closely with stakeholders to ensure that software solutions meet performance, security, and scalability requirements.
A typical day for a Principal Software Architect involves collaborating with development teams, product managers, and stakeholders to define and refine architectural solutions for complex projects. You’ll spend time reviewing code and system designs, setting technical guidelines, and troubleshooting architectural issues. Mentoring team members, conducting architecture reviews, and ensuring alignment with business objectives are also central responsibilities. The role is both strategic and hands-on, requiring you to balance high-level planning with practical problem-solving, often across several simultaneous initiatives.
$166K - $244K/yr
Full-time
Posted 24 days ago
Paradigm is a software company transforming the way that the residential, construction & building product industries operate across the globe. We are looking for a Principal Software Architect – Front End to be part of revolutionizing these industries.
In this role, you will lead front-end architecture for customer-facing web and mobile platforms with responsibility for complete solution design from user experience through backend integration. You will drive architectural decisions that balance modern front-end capabilities with enterprise-scale system requirements.
What You Will Do:
Own front-end architecture strategy across web (React) and mobile (React Native) platforms, designing solutions that span UI layer through API contracts and data flows.
Design patterns for AI-powered user experiences including conversational interfaces, intelligent recommendations, and adaptive UIs.
Lead complete solution design for customer-facing initiatives, ensuring front-end architecture aligns with broader system design, security, and performance requirements.
Design integration patterns between front-end applications and backend services, APIs, and enterprise systems.
Establish front-end architectural standards, component libraries, and development patterns while maintaining holistic view of end-to-end solution quality.
Participate in cross-functional architecture reviews, representing front-end perspective within broader solution design discussions.
Evaluate and guide technology selection for front-end tooling, frameworks, state management, and performance optimization.
Mentor engineering teams on modern front-end practices within context of complete solution delivery.
What You Need to Succeed:
10+ years software development with 6+ years in architectural leadership roles (subject or people leadership).
Deep expertise in React and React Native with production applications at scale.
Proven experience designing complete solutions, not just front-end layers—must understand APIs, data architecture, security, and integration patterns.
Track record collaborating on full-stack solution design while owning front-end domain.
Experience with architectural governance, technical documentation, and cross-team design reviews.
Excellent communication skills for articulating front-end decisions within broader architectural context.
Compensation Range: $166K - $244K
