Distinguished Engineer

Role Description

The Distinguished Engineer is a top-tier technical leader responsible for shaping Syniti’s long-term technology vision and ensuring we remain at the forefront of data solutions and enterprise software innovation. This role operates beyond an individual contributor scope, serving as a strategic advisor to engineering leadership, product teams, and business stakeholders. Distinguished Engineers lead org-wide technology decisions, drive high-stakes innovation, and influence global industry best practices. They are also visible external thought leaders, representing Syniti at conferences, open-source communities, and technical forums. Their contributions have far-reaching impact, improving platform scalability, security, and architecture – ultimately driving revenue growth and competitive differentiation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Technology Leadership & Strategy
  • Define and drive Syniti’s long-term technical strategy and innovation roadmap
  • Architect high-scale, mission-critical platforms with enterprise-grade security and performance
  • Lead organization-wide technical initiatives that drive competitive advantage
• Business & Product Impact
  • Partner with C-level executives and product leaders to align technical strategy with business objectives
  • Shape engineering investment decisions that accelerate revenue growth and customer success
  • Identify and resolve scalability, security, and reliability risks at an organizational level
• Industry Influence & Thought Leadership
  • Represent Syniti in external technology forums, standards bodies, and open-source initiatives
  • Publish white papers, research findings, or patents to advance industry knowledge
  • Speak at conferences, events, and executive roundtables to establish Syniti as a leader in enterprise data solutions
• Mentorship & Organizational Growth
  • Mentor and develop engineers at all levels, fostering technical excellence and leadership
  • Establish and drive engineering best practices, technical standards, and methodologies
  • Influence hiring, talent development, and technical upskilling across the organization

Qualifications

• 10+ years of software development experience, including 5+ years in technical leadership
• Proven experience driving large-scale, cross-team technical initiatives in enterprise SaaS or cloud platforms
• Deep expertise in distributed systems, cloud architecture (AWS preferred), and full-stack development
• Master of Go, C#, React, TypeScript/JavaScript, SQL/NoSQL databases, and modern DevOps practices

Requirements

• Experience in aligning technical decisions with business and product goals
• Ability to evaluate and prioritize technology investments for maximum ROI
• Strong track record of influencing executives, product teams, and external stakeholders
• Contributions to open-source projects, patents, or technical publications
• Experience representing a company in industry forums, research collaborations, or speaking engagements
• Ability to forecast technology trends and integrate emerging innovations into company strategy
• Outstanding mentorship skills, with a history of developing senior engineers
• Proven ability to build and foster high-performance engineering cultures
• Strong communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to influence C-level executives and external audiences

Benefits

• Ability to work remotely with a talented, diverse, global team
• Competitive compensation and career growth opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• A conducive and agile work environment emphasizing work-life balance
• Opportunity to influence product direction and contribute to a broader strategy

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At Syniti, we’re committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and fair workplace where everyone belongs and thrives. We believe that diverse perspectives make us stronger — and we value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and voices each person brings to our team. We welcome applicants based on their skills and potential, and we’re dedicated to ensuring equal opportunities for all, regardless of personal background. If you need accommodations during the hiring process, please let us know — we’re here to support you.