Job Description
We are building the future. Horizon 2026 Labs is seeking a visionary Senior 2026 Readiness Architect to lead our strategic technology planning. In this pivotal role, you will define the architectural backbone that will support our operations and expansion into the next decade.
You will be at the forefront of bridging current technical debt with future scalability. Our goal is to ensure our infrastructure is not only robust today but perfectly aligned with the technological landscape of 2026 and beyond. If you are passionate about long-term strategic engineering and want to leave a lasting impact on the industry, this is your opportunity.
Responsibilities
- Define and execute the 2026 Strategic Architecture roadmap, aligning technical modernization with business growth.
- Lead the design of scalable, cloud-native systems capable of handling enterprise-grade workloads.
- Drive the modernization of legacy infrastructure to ensure seamless integration with emerging future technologies.
- Establish security and compliance frameworks that exceed industry standards for the regulatory landscape of 2026.
- Mentor senior engineering teams and foster a culture of technical excellence and forward-thinking innovation.
- Conduct rigorous technical assessments to mitigate risks associated with long-term infrastructure planning.
- Act as the primary technical liaison for stakeholders regarding 2026 project deliverables and milestones.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in software architecture, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership or architect role.
- Proven experience in Strategic Planning and Future Tech Implementation.
- Deep expertise in cloud-native architectures (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and microservices.
- Strong background in legacy system modernization and API-first design.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business value.
- Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
- Experience working in fast-paced, high-growth technology environments.