About the job
Principal Architect
Location: Washington, DC
About the Role
Join us as a Principal Architect at Scale AI, where you'll spearhead the design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge agentic AI solutions in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
In this pivotal role, you will lead a talented team of over 50 engineers, providing strategic and technical direction. Your contributions will involve making crucial architectural decisions, fostering cross-company collaboration, and engaging with executives at the highest levels.
What You’ll Do
- Team Leadership: Inspire and mentor a high-performing engineering team of 50+, cultivating a culture of technical excellence and accountability.
- Technical Direction: Navigate your team through complex challenges involving LLMs, AI agents, and large-scale distributed systems.
- Executive Stakeholder Engagement: Act as Scale AI’s representative in crucial negotiations and strategic discussions with senior external partners, showcasing your technical expertise and credibility.
- Strategic Planning & Communication: Craft and articulate a compelling vision for Scale AI’s technological advancements related to your program. Provide regular updates to senior leadership and key stakeholders regarding progress, risks, and opportunities.
- Culture & Teamwork: Promote a culture of speed, shared goals, resilience, and collaboration. Lead with determination and adaptability in uncertain circumstances.
What We’re Looking For
- 10+ years of software engineering experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a technical leadership or senior role.
- Comprehensive understanding of contemporary AI/ML technologies, particularly in working with LLMs and AI agents.
- Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages (Python, JavaScript/TypeScript).
- Strong leadership skills and experience managing large engineering teams.
