Jr. Technical Architect

Jr. Technical Architect Cydcor - 3.8 Agoura Hills, CA Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Performance tuning Software engineering System performance optimization IT vision strategy System design Scalable systems Enterprise software systems development System design for system development Scalability Productivity software System security Design (software development lifecycle) Full Job Description We're looking for a Jr. Technical Architect to serve as a strategic partner to our Development leader, bridging the business and engineering worlds. In this role, you will take full ownership of architectural decisions end-to-end, freeing senior leadership to operate at a higher altitude while you drive clarity, structure, and forward momentum on the ground. This position requires 5+ years of experience designing and delivering enterprise-scale architectures, a genuine enthusiasm for AI, and the ability to operate independently with strong judgment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Design and own technical architecture for key systems, ensuring solutions are stable, secure, and built to scale Lead architectural reviews, establish standards, and serve as the final technical word on major design decisions Work directly with business teams to deeply understand their needs, then translate those needs into clear technical paths forward Serve as an equal partner in boardroom conversations and technical deep-dives, adjusting your communication style to the audience Champion the intelligent use of AI across our technology stack; evaluate emerging AI tools and frameworks, identify where they create real leverage, and guide the team on responsible, high-impact adoption Collaborate closely with engineering teams to ensure architectural intent is carried through to implementation Provide hands-on guidance on performance optimization, system design, and best practices without being a bottleneck Stay ahead of the curve on emerging technologies, tools, and architectural patterns and bring informed recommendations to leadership on where to invest, what to adopt, and what to avoid Operate independently, make sound decisions without constant direction, and exercise strong judgment on when to escalate Comply with all company regulations, policies, procedures, and safety rules Requirements Minimum Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field/equivalent work experience 5+ years of experience designing and delivering enterprise-scale technical architectures Strong track record of partnering with business stakeholders to shape technical strategy and guide architectural decisions Background in software development with working knowledge of performance, security, and scalability principles Genuine enthusiasm for AI; you follow the space closely and have hands-on experience applying it Ability to operate independently and make sound decisions without needing constant direction Clear, confident communicator who can simplify complexity for both technical and non-technical audiences Proficient with Microsoft Products Benefits Competitive compensation with bonus potential Hybrid flexibility: Fridays remote Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance 401(k) with company match Generous PTO and paid holidays High ownership and visibility — your architectural decisions will shape how Cydcor uses AI for years to come A culture that values innovation, autonomy, and impact