Software Architect

Software Architect (AI Platform) Join to apply for the Software Architect (AI Platform) role at Conga. Locations: Boston, MA; Houston, TX; Broomfield, CO; Waterloo, Ontario; Remote US (ET preferred). Reports to: VP, AI Engineering. Job Overview As a Software Architect (AI Platform), you will be the primary technical visionary responsible for defining, designing, and evolving the architectural foundation of our next‑generation AI/GenAI products and solutions. You will lead architectural strategy across multiple teams and product lines, ensuring our AI systems can scale to meet enterprise demands while maintaining the highest standards of performance, reliability, and security. Responsibilities You will provide architectural leadership for complex, large‑scale AI systems, shape the future of Conga’s AI platform, and act as a thought leader in AI technologies, influencing cross‑functional technical decisions and long‑term strategies. You will drive architectural standards and best practices across all AI/GenAI products and services, own high‑impact projects, mentor engineers, and foster a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence. Qualifications Related experience: 12+ years of professional software development experience, including 7+ years in AI/ML systems architecture. Proven track record of architecting and delivering large‑scale, production AI systems; led complex initiatives requiring cross‑functional influence and mentoring. Technical expertise: Deep expertise in distributed systems architecture, microservices, and cloud‑native design patterns Advanced knowledge of AI/ML system architecture, including training infrastructure, model serving, and MLOps pipelines Extensive experience with cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, Azure) and container orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker) Deep expertise in Python and frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, FastAPI, LangChain, LangGraph, and KubeFlow Strong understanding of data architecture, including real‑time and batch processing systems, data lakes, and analytical platforms Soft skills: Analytical thinker and creative problem solver; navigate ambiguity and deliver impactful solutions Strong communication and interpersonal skills; communicate priorities, trade‑offs, and goals clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders Strategic thinker; balance technical excellence with business objectives to support current and future scalability Education: Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field. Ph.D. a plus. Edge Additional expertise: Experience architecting systems for large language models (LLMs), generative AI, and foundation model deployment; knowledge of multi‑modal models, reinforcement learning, distributed training systems, AI governance frameworks, model risk management, and responsible AI architectures. Enterprise architecture: Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman, etc.) and regulatory compliance (SOC2, GDPR, HIPAA, etc.); knowledge of enterprise integration patterns, API management, and service mesh architectures. Thought leadership: Passionate about the AI/ML space; contributes to the community through publications, open‑source projects, and/or speaking engagements. Compensation & Benefits In the spirit of the Conga Way, we strive to design easy‑to‑understand compensation programs that are fair and free from discrimination. The posted U.S. base salary range for this full‑time position is $197,462–$315,938 USD. Additionally, Conganeers receive a variable incentive pay component, perks such as flexible work options, and a full range of benefits including medical and dental insurance. Preferred Resume Format: PDF or plain text to preserve formatting for recruiters. We encourage all applicants: Studies show women and minorities are less likely to apply when requirements are listed as absolute. If your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the right candidate for this or other roles. EEO Statement Conga is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, parental or pregnancy status, marriage and civil partnership, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We understand interviewing can be stressful for those with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to allow you to show us your best self, please let our recruiter know as soon as possible. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Conga is not open to third‑party solicitation or resumes for our posted FTE positions. Resumes received from third‑party agencies that are unsolicited will be considered complimentary. Privacy Statement The information you provide during the application process will be used in accordance with Conga’s Applicant Privacy Statement (https://conga.com/applicant-privacy-statement). By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this privacy statement. #J-18808-Ljbffr