Scopic is a fully remote software company with 250+ professionals across 60+ countries and we're looking for a Solutions Architect! This is a developer at heart who also thinks like a business owner. You'll design the technical direction of client projects and internal products, step in on the hardest engineering problems, and sit in the room when decisions about clients, revenue, and company strategy get made. Responsibilities Share ownership of technical strategy, architectural standards, and engineering priorities Own the product and technical roadmap for internal products: decide what gets built, why, and in what order based on user and business value Bring a product lens to client projects: challenge requirements, propose better solutions, and focus effort on what moves the client's business Design solution architectures for new client projects and internal products, from discovery through delivery Join sales and pre-sales conversations: scope projects, estimate effort, and translate client business goals into technical plans Review and challenge architecture decisions across teams; step in hands-on on critical or high-risk technical problems Evaluate build vs. buy decisions, tech stack choices, and AI adoption with cost, risk, and ROI in mind Represent engineering with executives and client stakeholders, including C-level Mentor tech leads and senior engineers; raise the bar on code quality, security, and delivery practices Requirements 10+ years in software development, with at least 3 years in an architect, principal engineer, or tech lead role Hands-on coding ability today, not only in the past; comfortable reviewing pull requests and prototyping Experience in AI-powered engineering (including AI in the SDLC) and understanding of the latest AI/agents capabilities Proven experience in designing distributed, cloud native, scalable systems. Product ownership experience: you've taken a product or major feature end to end, from defining the problem to launch and iteration based on user feedback and metrics Strong hands-on experience with Node.js, React and Next.js Strong knowledge of Python (scripting, data processing, or backend services) Track record of working directly with clients or executives on scope, budget, and technical trade-offs Strong business judgment: you can explain how a technical decision affects cost, timeline, and revenue Experience estimating and scoping projects Excellent written and spoken English Available to work in the PST timezone Experience working in a remote, distributed team The Secret Ingredients That Make Us Special: Your growth is our growth. We invest in your future with paid training and other professional opportunities. We're industry innovators at the forefront of change. Equipped with the latest technologies and a team of knowledgeable colleagues by your side, you'll embrace new and interesting challenges. Your location. Your schedule. Pick your time zone, choose your preferred hours, and work from the place where you feel most at home. Flexibility and freedom are in our DNA! As long as you have a stable internet connection and the drive to thrive, you can travel and work from anywhere you like. A workload you can rely on. We'll set you enough tasks to keep that mind busy! At Scopic, we'll ensure you always have a consistent flow of engaging, challenging work to do. Recognition and reward. We acknowledge diligence and hard work through annual pay increases for good performance. Down to Business! Your starting rate is negotiable depending on your skills and experience. This is an hourly paid position. Contractors are paid monthly via wire transfer. Our Values: Scopic is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, marital status, national origin, gender, veteran status, sexual orientation, age, or disability status. Have the skills, the drive, and the passion to join the Scopic family? Apply today to join our growing team of remote professionals from around the world. Terms of Application By submitting an application: I consent that the data provided in this form, and the attached CV, will be used for Scopic's recruiting purposes and email communications. I consent to Scopic conducting an identity verification process as part of the hiring process. I understand that my personal information may be collected and processed for the purpose of verifying my identity in compliance with applicable laws.