HG Insights

Lead technical vision and architecture for scalable distributed systems and mentor engineering teams. | 20+ years software engineering with leadership, expertise in cloud-native technologies, frontend/backend development, and infrastructure management. | HG Insights - Remote, USA HG Insights is seeking a versatile and experienced Platform Architect. The ideal candidate will bring a strong mix of technical expertise, leadership experience, and a proven track record in building scalable distributed systems. What You’ll Do: We are looking for a Platform Architect to drive technical excellence, mentor teams, and lead the development of our next-generation products. The role requires someone who can balance strategic thinking with hands-on technical leadership. What You'll Be Responsible For: • Lead and mentor engineering teams across frontend, backend, and infrastructure domains • Drive technical vision and architecture decisions for complex distributed systems • Collaborate with executive leadership on product strategy and technical roadmap • Build and scale engineering teams through effective hiring, mentoring, and development • Establish engineering best practices, processes, and quality standards • Drive innovation in cloud-native architectures and deployment strategies • Lead implementation of cost-effective and performant cloud solutions • Oversee development of scalable frontend and backend systems • Manage site operations and technical infrastructure What You’ll Need: • 20+ years of software engineering experience with at least 5 years in leadership roles • Strong experience in cloud-native technologies, distributed systems • Proven track record of leading full-stack engineering teams • Deep expertise in modern frontend and backend technologies • Experience with cloud platforms and infrastructure management • Strong background in API design and microservices architecture • Experience with monitoring, observability, and performance optimization • Track record of successful product deliveries and team scaling • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field Technical Skills • Cloud Platforms & Technologies: Docker, Kubernetes, Cloud-native architectures • Frontend: React.js, Angular, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML/CSS • Backend: Java, Go, Node.js, RESTful services • Databases: Experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases • Infrastructure: Experience with monitoring tools, CI/CD pipelines • Architecture: Microservices, distributed systems, high-availability systems Leadership Competencies • Strategic thinking and ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions • Strong team building and mentoring capabilities • Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders • Experience in agile methodologies and project management • Ability to drive innovation and technical excellence • Strong focus on engineering quality and best practices Location: Remote, USA Employment Type: Full-time