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Job OpportunityWe are looking for a Principal Architect to lead architectural development for Ekahau while driving technical alignment and engineering standards across the broader Ookla team. You will define our multi-year technical roadmap, ensuring our systems are scalable, secure and future-proof. You will act as a key advisor to senior leadership and you will be bridging the gap between business strategy and technical execution.Ekahau is part of Ookla's connectivity intelligence portfolio, and this role spans architecture across three complementary product lines: Ekahau, the industry-standard toolkit network engineers use to design, survey, and troubleshoot enterprise Wi-Fi deployments; Speedtest Pulse, which delivers continuous, real-time network performance monitoring intelligence to ISPs and network operators; and Speedtest Certified, the independent certification program that benchmarks and validates network and device performance against Ookla's connectivity standards. Together, these products span desktop, mobile, and cloud, and process performance data at global scale, giving you the opportunity to shape architecture decisions that directly influence how networks and devices are designed, monitored, and certified worldwide.We are looking for world class talent and the applicants should have hands-on skills and attitude, a strong technical background in software and data architectures, and excellent communication skills.ResponsibilitiesDefining and evolving Ekahau’s multi-year architectural roadmap, ensuring alignment with Ekahau’s business goals and long-term vision.Run architectural governance and reviews to ensure consistent technical standards across engineering teams.Architect complex, high-availability service and set company-wide standards for technical excellence and systemic reliability.Act as a bridge between engineering teams, product stakeholders.Elevate the technical bar by mentoring senior engineers and architects.Identify system-wide risks and establish proactive practices to prevent technical debt and systemic failures.QualificationsExtensive experience in software development with a focus on architecting full-stack SaaS applications.Expert level fluency in modern backend and cross-platform technologies (Java, Kotlin, Typescript, Postgres) and AWS ecosystem.Deep understanding of service-oriented and layered architectures and experience in evaluating and adopting new technologies based on business needs.A collaborative leader who is hands-on, gets things done and can communicate technical plans and trade-offs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Ability to balance immediate delivery needs with long-term architectural integrity.10+ years of relevant software development experience.Background check is required.About Ookla
Ookla, an Accenture company, is a global leader in connectivity intelligence that brings together the trusted expertise of Speedtest®, Downdetector®, Ekahau®, and RootMetrics® to deliver unmatched network and connectivity insights. By combining multi-source data with industry-leading expertise, we transform network performance metrics into strategic, actionable insights.Our solutions empower service providers, enterprises, and governments with the critical data and insights needed to optimize networks, enhance digital experiences, and help close the digital divide. At the same time, we amplify the real-world experiences of individuals and businesses that rely on connectivity to work, learn, and communicate. From measuring and analyzing connectivity to driving industry innovation, Ookla helps the world stay connected.Benefits
Ookla offers competitive salaries in addition to robust health and wellness-focused benefits. We are committed to work-life balance with paid time off when you need it.At Ookla, we remain dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We offer Employee Resource Groups, company-sponsored events, and regular opportunities for professional growth through educational support, mentorship programs, and career development resources. Our employees are recognized and celebrated through employee engagement programs and recognition awards.Compensation
Ookla provides a range for the base pay. Factors that may be used to determine your actual pay may include your specific job related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The salary compensation for this role is €90,000 - €100,000. Individual pay within the compensation range for this business unit specific role is determined based on a variety of factors including experience, scope of the role, capabilities to perform the role, education and training, as well as business and company performance.Ookla is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At Ookla, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has always been about fairness, equal opportunity, and belonging. DEI enables us to attract and retain the best talent, regardless of background or circumstances, while enabling our thousands of employees worldwide to thrive.#J-18808-Ljbffr
