N\-iX is a global software development service company that helps businesses across the globe create next\-generation software products. Founded in 2002, we unite 2,400\+ tech\-savvy professionals across 40\+ countries, working on impactful projects for industry leaders and Fortune 500 companies. Our expertise spans cloud, data, AI/ML, embedded software, IoT, and more, driving digital transformation across finance, manufacturing, telecom, healthcare, and other industries. Join N\-iX and become part of a team where your ideas make a real impact. At **N\-iX CTO Group**, we harness the power of technology to drive innovation and deliver exceptional business value. We specialize in designing and executing industry\-relevant solutions that redefine standards in enterprise technology. Join a vibrant team committed to driving large\-scale transformation across global enterprises. As a **Principal Solutions Architect**, you will play a key leadership role in shaping technology direction, guiding cross\-functional initiatives, and enabling high\-impact delivery. You'll be responsible for leading complex solution engagements, from discovery and advisory to implementation, while mentoring architecture talent, strengthening practices, and contributing to company\-wide strategic growth. This role is ideal for a seasoned architect with strong consulting capabilities, a track record of hands\-on project delivery, and the ability to scale architectural impact across multiple teams and accounts. **Key Responsibilities** **Strategic \& Leadership Responsibilities:** * Lead architecture visioning and cross\-cutting strategic initiatives across a portfolio of enterprise clients. * Drive practice growth by establishing frameworks, methodologies, and reusable assets for solution delivery and consulting engagements. * Build and mentor architecture and engineering teams, ensuring capability uplift and technical excellence across accounts. * Act as a trusted advisor to client C\-level executives and technology leaders, helping shape digital strategy and technology roadmaps. * Govern architecture implementation across the portfolio to ensure alignment with best practices, maintainability, and long\-term value. #### **Delivery \& Consulting Responsibilities:** * Lead or guide discovery phases, assessments, technical workshops, and architecture audits. * Translate complex business and technical requirements into scalable, sustainable architectural solutions. * Own solution proposals during pre\-sales and upsales, including technical vision, high\-level design, risk management, and cost estimation. * Lead project execution, ensuring architecture is delivered according to vision. * Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies, aligning client needs with forward\-thinking architectural approaches. * Act as a Chief Architect and lead a team with subordinate architects on the complex accounts. **Qualifications:** * 10\+ years of relevant experience in software engineering and solution architecture. * 3\+ years in an architecture leadership or principal\-level role within the IT service / IT consulting environment. * Proven ability to lead complex, high\-impact consultancy engagements with global enterprise clients. * Demonstrated experience building solutions from scratch, preferably for large\-scale distributed systems (team size 30\+, duration 12\+ months). * Deep understanding of cloud\-native architecture, with hands\-on experience in at least two major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). * Strong background in microservices, APIs, integration patterns, and distributed system design. * Track record of coaching, mentoring, and team enablement within a matrixed or consulting environment. * Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills—equally comfortable with engineers and executives. * Fluent in modern delivery practices: Agile, DevOps, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, etc. * English \- Upper\-Intermediate or Advanced **Desirable Certifications:** * SEI Software Architecture Professional * TOGAF or similar enterprise architecture certification * Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect Associate/Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) * Domain\-specific expertise in areas such as data platforms, security, or enterprise integration is a plus **We offer\*:** * Flexible working format \- remote, office\-based or flexible * A competitive salary and good compensation package * Personalized career growth * Professional development tools (mentorship program, tech talks and trainings, centers of excellence, and more) * Active tech communities with regular knowledge sharing * Education reimbursement * Memorable anniversary presents * Corporate events and team buildings * Other location\-specific benefits * not applicable for freelancers