Job Description
Are you ready to architect the future of intelligence?
Horizon AI is a pioneer in next-generation neural processing. As we approach our 2026 operational overhaul, we are seeking a visionary Senior Systems Architect (2026 Strategy) to lead the technical direction of our core infrastructure. You will be responsible for bridging the gap between current AI capabilities and the scalable, secure systems required for the year 2026 and beyond.
In this role, you will not just write code; you will define the architectural patterns that will power the next decade of autonomous systems. If you thrive in high-pressure environments and are obsessed with performance, scalability, and security, we want to meet you.
Why Join Horizon AI?
- Work on cutting-edge projects that define the industry standard for 2026.
- Competitive compensation and equity package.
- Flexible remote-first culture with a hub in downtown Seattle.
Responsibilities
- Lead the architectural design and implementation of the 2026 global infrastructure roadmap, ensuring zero downtime and maximum throughput.
- Define and enforce system design principles for high-scale distributed computing and machine learning pipelines.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI models with legacy systems, ensuring seamless interoperability.
- Oversee the security posture of all cloud-native environments, specifically focusing on data privacy and compliance for 2026 standards.
- Mentor junior engineers and conduct code reviews to maintain high engineering standards.
- Drive the migration strategy to quantum-ready cloud architectures.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in systems architecture, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within the tech industry.
- Deep expertise in distributed systems, microservices architecture, and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
- Proficiency in high-level programming languages such as Python, Go, or Rust.
- Strong understanding of AI/ML infrastructure and GPU cluster management.
- Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines.
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Proven track record of leading large-scale infrastructure projects.