Software Architect 10202653

Komatsu America Corp.; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Diversity and inclusion

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Komatsu America Corp. in Tucson, AZ seeks a Software Architect to shape the FrontRunner autonomous haulage platform architecture.

You will define and evolve large-scale systems that operate 24/7 in harsh mining environments. You will collaborate with engineering leaders, product managers, and domain experts to balance technical excellence with safety, reliability, and business needs, while mentoring engineers and guiding technical direction.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional software engineering with architecture leadership.
• Experience delivering production distributed systems at scale.
• Strong Java development background and modern practices.
• Proven ability to influence across teams and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Define and guide architecture for autonomous software platforms.
• Establish scalable, resilient system architectures for current and future needs.
• Collaborate with engineering leaders, product management, and domain experts to translate strategy.
• Lead design reviews and mitigate architectural risks.
• Mentor engineers in architectural thinking and best practices.
• Shape roadmaps aligning investments with long-term platform strategy.

Skills

Software architecture

Distributed systems

Java

Technical leadership

Mentoring

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Job description

Job Location (Short): Tucson, Arizona, USA, 85706

Requisition ID: 36921

Onsite or Remote: Hybrid Position

Shape the Future of Mining with Komatsu Mining Technology Solutions: At Komatsu Mining Technology Solutions, we're not just talking about progress and innovation - we're making it happen. Our cutting-edge Modular brand solutions are powering mines worldwide, driving efficiency and sustainability in ways thatseemed impossible just years ago.

Job Overview

Build the Architecture Behind Systems That Move Hundreds of Tons of Steel!

At Komatsu, we're solving problems most software professionals will never encounter.

Every day, our software directs fleets of autonomous haul trucks weighing hundreds of tons as they move millions of tons of material across some of the largest and most remote mining operations on Earth.

These are not simulations.

These are not prototypes.

These are production autonomous systems operating 24/7 in harsh, dynamic environments where safety, reliability, and performance matter.

We are looking for a Software Architect to help shape the future of FrontRunner, the world's leading autonomous haulage platform.

We are looking for someone who can define and evolve the architecture of large-scale systems while balancing technical excellence, operational realities, and long-term business needs.

Job Responsibilities

• Define and guide the architectural vision for complex autonomous software platforms.
• Establish scalable, resilient, and maintainable system architectures that support current and future business needs.
• Partner with engineering leaders, product management, and domain experts to translate strategic objectives into technical direction.
• Drive architectural consistency across teams, products, and technology domains.
• Lead technical design reviews and provide guidance on critical architectural decisions.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks before they become operational challenges.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, frameworks, and design patterns to improve system capabilities and developer productivity.
• Mentor engineers and technical leaders in architectural thinking, system design, and engineering best practices.
• Influence technical roadmaps and help align investments with long‑term platform strategy

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience architecting large-scale distributed software systems that have been successfully deployed and operated in production environments.
• 10+ years of professional software engineering experience, including significant experience in system architecture and technical leadership.
• Strong expertise in software architecture, distributed systems, scalability, reliability, and performance engineering.
• Strong software development background, including experience with Java and modern software development practices.
• Experience influencing technical direction across multiple teams and organizational boundaries.
• Experience mentoring senior engineers and technical leaders.
• Strong communication skills with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Autonomous systems, robotics, or industrial automation experience.
• Distributed control systems.
• Real‑time software systems.
• Cloud‑native architectures and distributed platform design.
• Networking and distributed application troubleshooting.
• Experience working in safety‑critical or operationally critical environments.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions.We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose.We are authentic, ambitious, and innovative in our pursuit of Diversity & Inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Komatsu is a world leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment. Founded in 1921, Komatsu has a long history of quality, reliability, innovation, and excellence. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu facilities, distributors and dealers are in more than 140 countries and employ more than 60,000 people. Komatsu offers a diverse and challenging work environment, where you can grow your skills and career, and contribute to a sustainable, clean‑energy future. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, be a part of something big and join a team that is shaping the world!

EEO Statement

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Aff: mative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.