Principal BE Architect - SEA Tech Unicorn

Michael Page; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; On-site; IDR 1.677.008.000 - 2.515.513.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Jakarta is seeking a Principal Architect to define technical architecture for complex systems serving millions of users. The ideal candidate has 15+ years in software development, proven experience with large-scale distributed systems, and strong leadership skills. This role offers a unique chance to influence technology decisions in a high-growth environment, mentoring creative engineering teams while balancing immediate and strategic goals.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive software development experience, focusing on architecture.
• Proven success in designing large-scale distributed systems.
• Experience leading global, distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and oversee technical architecture for complex systems.
• Mentor engineering teams to ensure performance and scalability.
• Participate in system analysis and guiding architectural decisions.

Skills

Architecture leadership

Distributed systems design

Agile methodologies

Strong communication skills

Security best practices

Job description

• Direct report to CIO
• One of the top Tech companies in Indonesia

About Our Client

Our client is a Tech Unicorn

Job Description

As Principal Architect, you will:

• Define and oversee technical architecture for complex, distributed systems serving millions of users.
• Mentor and influence engineering teams, ensuring performance, scalability, security, and maintainability of software products.
• Participate in system analysis, technical design, and code reviews, while guiding long‑term architectural decisions.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and third‑party solutions to enhance product capabilities.
• Balance short‑term delivery goals with long‑term strategic objectives, driving innovation and resilience.

The Successful Applicant

Ideal Profile

• 15+ years of progressive software development experience, including explicit architecture leadership roles.
• Proven success designing and delivering large‑scale distributed systems under Agile methodologies.
• Experience working with global, distributed teams and diverse cultures.
• Strong knowledge of security best practices and building systems resilient to faults and attacks.
• Up‑to‑date with modern technologies and industry trends; FinTech experience is a plus.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and influencing skills.

What's on Offer

Why Join?

This is a rare opportunity to shape the technical foundation of a market‑leading platform in a high‑growth industry. You will work at the intersection of innovation, scale, and impact, influencing technology decisions that serve millions of users.