Senior Principal Solutions Architect

8th Light

Remote regions

US

Benefits

Unlimited PTO

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Who You Are:

  • Over 10 years architecting large distributed systems across complex environments.
  • Deep enterprise architecture experience with data fluency, dependency mapping, and high-availability design.
  • Hands-on with Kubernetes, Kafka, Cassandra, Java, TypeScript, AWS, and AI-assisted development tools.

What You'll Do:

  • Act as go-to architect and strategist, partnering with one or two clients a year on their hardest architecture challenges.
  • Map data dependencies, drive legacy modernization, and define domain integration within enterprise data and AI ecosystems.
  • Produce hands-on output: planning artifacts, architecture diagrams, decision records, and roadmap contributions.

How You'll Be Supported:

  • Robust L&D program with unlimited access to O'Reilly learning platform and annual financial stipend.
  • Flexible PTO and 12 weeks of new parent leave for eligible employees.
  • Coworking support for global team and remote-first culture with regional hubs.

8th Light

8th Light is a technology solutions consultancy that partners with organizations from startups to large companies, building durable software and platforms. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Chicago, we have a global remote team and foster an open, collaborative culture grounded in honesty and continuous learning.

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