[All remote jobs](https://jobicy.com/jobs.md)[![Keyfactor, Inc. logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2025/06/ba8ae349-221.png)](https://jobicy.com/company/keyfactor-inc.md)[Keyfactor, Inc.](https://jobicy.com/company/keyfactor-inc.md) # Product Architect AI Summary Keyfactor is seeking a senior Product Architect to define and guide product architecture for its trust-infrastructure and security software. The role partners closely with engineering, product, QA, and support teams to align technical decisions with product requirements and architectural standards. Responsibilities include prototyping scalable solutions, reviewing code and pull requests, documenting designs, and advancing engineering best practices in an Agile environment. Strong experience in distributed systems, performance, scalability, and software design is central, while OpenSearch, Kafka, MongoDB, Node.js, Spring Boot, and cryptographic-data expertise are valued. This is a US-based remote, full-time senior engineering position.[Apply for this job](#job-application)[View company](https://jobicy.com/company/keyfactor-inc.md)ShareRemote from[USA](https://jobicy.com/job-region/usa.md)SalaryUndisclosedDepartment[Software Engineering](https://jobicy.com/categories/engineering.md)EmploymentFull TimeExperienceSeniorPublished6 Nov 2026Apply before6 Dec 2026Listing views56Application actions3Application toolkit ## Make your next move. Prepare your resume, explore your fit, and draft a cover letter for this opportunity. Opportunity details ## About this role. About Keyfactor Our mission is to securely connect the world: humans, machines, and AI. Keyfactor is the leader in trust infrastructure for AI and machines, helping the world’s largest enterprises and government agencies take control of the cryptographic identities that safeguard every digital interaction. Behind the platform is a global team of people who care deeply about the work and each other. We move fast, think big, and show up for one another every day. If you’re looking for work that matters and a team that brings out your best, we hope you’ll trust your future with Keyfactor! Title: Product Architect Location: United States (Remote) Experience: Senior Employment Type: Full-Time Industry: Computer and Network Security Job Summary Designs and implements architectural solutions for specific products. Works with engineering teams to ensure alignment with business objectives and technical standards. Job Responsibilities * Develop and guide the implementation of product architectures. * Provide expertise on architecture-related issues and decisions. * Work with engineering and product teams to ensure alignment with technical requirements. * Implement and promote innovative architectural practices. * Help establish and maintain architectural standards and best practices. * Ensure thorough documentation of architectural designs. * Work closely with the Quality Assurance teams and participate in QA efforts when needed. * Conduct code reviews, pull requests and ensure adherence to coding standards. * Participate in internal and external product support when needed. * Engage in Agile ceremonies and contribute to iterative development processes. * Prototype and validate proposed architectural solutions to evaluate feasibility, performance, and scalability before full-scale implementation. Minimum Qualifications, Education, and Skills * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field * 7-9 years of experience in software engineering or a related field. * Thought leadership, advanced strategic and technical expertise, superior communication and negotiation skills. * Strong leadership in technical decision-making, advanced coding skills, and deep knowledge of system architecture. * Ability to innovate at a high level, lead large-scale projects, and mentor senior team members. * Ability to mentor senior engineers, oversee architectural decisions, and collaborate on large-scale projects. * Mastery of industry trends, company strategy, and future direction. * Expertise in system performance, scalability, and robust software design principles. * Experience with the following technologies and concepts is a strong plus: OpenSearch, Apache Kafka, MongoDB, Node.js, Spring Boot microservices, event-driven architecture, high-volume external data integrations, and cryptography or analysis of cryptographic data. #LI-NA1 Compensation Salary will be commensurate with experience.  Culture, Career Opportunities and Benefits We build teams that continually strive to get better than the day before. You will be challenged daily and given opportunities to grow personally and professionally. We balance autonomy and structure to create an entrepreneurial environment to spur creativity and new ideas.  Here are just some of the initiatives that make our culture special:   * Second Fridays (a company-wide day off on the second Friday of every month minus November and December due to the Holiday schedule). Please note that this benefit is subject to change. * Comprehensive benefit coverage globally. * Paid Parental Leave is available to new parents. Structure varies based on regional/government requirements. In regions where government-paid leave doesn’t exist, like in the U.S., the company offers generous paid parental leave, along with comprehensive adoption and fertility support. * Competitive time off globally. * Dedicated employee-focused ambassadors via Key Contributors & Culture Committees. * DIVERSE Commitment, a call to action for a more inclusive and diverse future in business, society, and technology. * The Keyfactor Alliance Program to support DEIB efforts. * Wellbeing resources, wellness allowance, mindfulness app free membership, Wellness Wednesdays. * Global Volunteer Day, company non-profit matching, and 3 volunteer days off. * Monthly Talent development and Cross Functional meetings to support professional development. * Regular All Hands meetings – followed by group gatherings. Our Core Values Our core values are extremely important to how we run our business and what we look for in every team member:   Trust is paramount.   We deliver security software and solutions where trust and openness are of the highest importance for our customers. We are honest and a trusted partner in every aspect of business.   Customers are core.   We strategize, operate, and execute through a customer-centric view. We prioritize the security interests of our customers, and we act as if their data were our own.   Innovation never stops, it only accelerates.   The speed of change is accelerating. We are committed, through investment and focus, to stay ahead of the innovation curve.   We deliver with agility.    We thrive in high-paced and continually changing environments. We navigate through newly added variables, adjust accordingly, while driving towards our strategic goals.   United by respect.    Respect for all is what unites us. We promote diversity, inclusivity, equity, and acting with empathy and openness, both in our business and in our communities.   Teams make “it” happen.   Vision and goals are not individually achievable – they require teamwork. We pride ourselves in operating as a cohesive team, creating promoters and partners, and winning as one.   Keyfactor is a proud equal opportunity employer including but not limited to veterans and individuals with disabilities.  REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants with disabilities may contact a member of Keyfactor’s People team via people@keyfactor.com and/or telephone at 1.216.785.2990 to request and arrange for accommodations at any time. [Keyfactor Privacy Notice](https://www.keyfactor.com/privacy-policy/) Show more [Apply now >](https://jobicy.com/jobs/159251-product-architect.md) > Annual salary information is not provided for this position. 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This job listing has been manually reviewed by the Jobicy Trust & Safety Team for compliance with our posting guidelines, including verification of the company's legitimacy, accuracy of job details, clarity of remote work policy, and absence of misleading or fraudulent content. ## Role DNA A quick view of the complexity, pace, ownership and collaboration implied by the job description. ### Job Complexity 5/5EasyHard ### Pace & Pressure 4/5RelaxedFast-paced ### Autonomy Level 5/5GuidedFull ownership ### Communication Load 5/5IndependentCollaborative AI insightThe position requires 7–9 years of engineering experience and ownership of consequential architecture decisions across large-scale systems. Success depends on combining deep technical judgment with cross-functional leadership, mentoring, and clear stakeholder communication. ## Salary analysis Estimated compensation compared with the broader US market for similar roles. 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