Sr. Director & Head of Architecture

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Sr. Director & Head of Architecture based in United States.

This is a senior executive architecture leadership role responsible for defining and driving the long-term technical vision across a global, cloud-native SaaS platform. The position plays a pivotal role in shaping enterprise-wide architecture strategy, with a strong emphasis on AI-native systems, distributed cloud infrastructure, and scalable platform design. You will act as a key bridge between engineering execution and executive strategy, ensuring that architectural decisions directly support product innovation, security, and business growth. This role involves leading a high-performing architecture organization, influencing cross-functional stakeholders, and setting global standards for engineering excellence. You will also be responsible for guiding major technological transformations while ensuring reliability, performance, and compliance across complex systems. The environment is fast-paced, highly collaborative, and deeply focused on building the future of global digital work platforms.