Job Description
We are seeking a visionary Future-Ready Systems Architect to lead the technological infrastructure for Zai Global. As we prepare for the next decade of innovation, we need a leader who can design resilient, scalable, and intelligent systems tailored for the landscape of 2026 and beyond.
In this pivotal role, you will bridge the gap between theoretical innovation and practical application, ensuring our platforms can handle exponential growth and emerging technologies. You will be the architect of our digital backbone, defining standards that will drive our company forward.
Why Join Us?
- Work on cutting-edge projects that define the future of technology.
- Competitive compensation package with equity options.
- Flexible remote-first culture with a vibrant San Francisco office.
Responsibilities
- Define and execute the long-term technical strategy for the company's core infrastructure.
- Design highly available, fault-tolerant, and scalable distributed systems.
- Lead the migration to cloud-native environments and modern microservices architectures.
- Collaborate with product and engineering teams to translate business requirements into technical blueprints.
- Establish best practices for code quality, security, and deployment automation.
- Conduct deep-dive technical reviews and mentor senior engineering staff.
- Research and evaluate emerging technologies to stay ahead of industry trends.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in software engineering and system architecture.
- Proven experience leading large-scale infrastructure projects and migrations.
- Deep expertise in Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization technologies (Kubernetes, Docker).
- Strong proficiency in Go, Python, or Rust.
- Experience with AI/ML infrastructure and data pipeline design.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment.
- Strong communication skills, capable of presenting complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.