"TRUE INFLUENCE COMES NOT FROM CONTROL, BUT FROM CLARITY, CONSISTENCY, AND CARE."

We are seeking an experienced, Lead Architect to shape our architectural vision and lead a multidisciplinary team of software architects. This hands-on leadership role blends strategic direction with operational excellence in architectural execution.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong hands-on technical skills and ability to contribute to architectural implementations;
• Experience with regulatory compliance and security frameworks;
• Familiarity with the horticulture or building automation domain is a plus.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO KNOW MORE?

Please contact Andy Whittle, recruiter responsible for this role. andy.whittle@priva.com, or please reach out to me on LinkedIn.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As Lead Architect, you’ll be part of the Product Development department and a key member of the management team. You’ll work closely with Product and Engineering leadership to drive technical strategy and execution.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software architects, fostering technical excellence and professional growth;
• Define and communicate a long-term architectural vision, translating it into actionable initiatives;
• Own and drive the technical roadmap across all systems, ensuring alignment with business and product strategies;
• Collaborate with product management and engineering teams to solve complex technical challenges;
• Identify and mitigate technical risks and architectural debt;
• Establish and uphold architectural standards focused on scalability, performance, and maintainability;
• Champion quality, reliability, security, and operational excellence across all systems;
• Stay current with emerging technologies and maintain deep technical expertise.