Senior Platform Architect

Join us at Entrust At Entrust, we’re shaping the future of identity centric security solutions. From our comprehensive portfolio of solutions to our flexible, global workplace, we empower careers, foster collaboration, and build solutions that help keep the world moving safely.Get to Know Us Headquartered in Minnesota, Entrust is an industry leader in identity-centric security solutions, serving over 150 countries with cutting-edge, scalable technologies. But our secret weapon? Our people. It’sthe curiosity, dedication, and innovation that drive our success and help us anticipate the future. Position Overview:The Instant Financial Issuance as a Service (IFIaaS) Cloud Service consists of various components, such as web services, application servers, and databases, all hosted in an on-premises environment.We are seekingaSeniorPlatformArchitect who ishands-onand deeplyinvolved in the design and evolution of a modern,onpremisesSaaS platform. The platform is built using distributed microservices, runs primarily onVMwarehostedWindows workloads, and is transitioning toward containerized architectures. This role focuses on designing and validating systems that meet strict requirements for availability (99.9%), scalability, performance, and this role, you will work directly withengineering,infrastructure, andtheCloudOpsteam to designplatformarchitecture,definedeployment patterns, and solvecomplexsystem-levelchallenges.You will activelyparticipateinarchitectural design sessions, review and influence implementation details, and helptroubleshoot and remediate systemic issuesin production environments.TheSeniorPlatformArchitect is expected to deeply understand how the platform is built andoperated, and to apply that knowledge to improve reliability, resilience, andlong-term maintainability of the system.This role is ideal for an architect who enjoys staying close to technology, contributing to real design decisions, and shaping how distributed systems are built and run in a modernonpremenvironment.Responsibilities:Own theavailability architectureacross compute, network, storage, data, and app tiers to exceed99.9%service availabilityDesignfault domains(host, rack, cluster, site) and enforce placement strategies to ensure resilience and predictable failure behaviorandblast radiuslimitsEliminatesingle points of failureacross compute, storage, networking, ingress, identity, secrets, and CI/CD pipelines.Designgraceful degradation strategiesat the infrastructure leveltomaintaincore functionality during overload or partial failureDefineperformance budgets, SLOs, and capacity headroomfor peak traffic and failure scenariosDefineSLOs, SLIsand error budgetsand ensure they inform deployment, scaling, and incident responseDriveinfrastructureascodeandGitOpspractices to ensure consistent, repeatable environmentsDefine and enableprogressive deployment models(canary, blue/green, rolling) with automated rollbackBuildplatformand CI/CDcapabilitiesthat directly improve(deployment frequency, lead time for changes, change failure rate, mean time to recover MTTR)Embedsecurity by design, includingzerotrustnetworking,mTLS, secrets management, andleastprivilegeaccessEstablishstandard observabilityfor metrics, logs, traces, and health signals across the platformEnableoperationaland incident responsereadiness, including runbooks, failure testing, and automated remediationAct as thetechnical authorityfor platform architecture decisions andtradeoffsPartner with engineering teams toonboard servicesand ensure alignment with platform standardsProvide reference architectures, patterns, and guidance that improvedeveloper experience and delivery speed. BasicQualifications:Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or equivalentcombination of education and experience8+ years ofrelated experienceas aPlatform/Solutions/ System Design Architect,Software Engineer,SeniorDevOpsEngineeror a role in similar capacityProven experience designingdistributed systemswith an emphasis onavailability, scalability, resilience, and performanceDemonstratedexpertiseinmicroservices architecture, API design, andservicetoservice communication patternsStrong knowledge ofsystem design principlesincluding fault tolerance, capacity planning, dependency isolation, and failure handlingExperience leading or contributing toarchitecture reviews, technical design discussions, andcrossteaminitiativesExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly document and explain complex system designsAbout Entrust:Entrust keeps the world moving safely by enabling trusted identities,payments,and data protection around the globe. Today more than ever, people demand seamless, secure experiences, whetherthey’recrossing borders, making a purchase, or accessing corporate networks. With our unmatched breadth of digital security and credential issuance solutions,it’sno wonder the world’s most entrusted organizations trust us.For more information, visit. Follow us on,,,, andEntrust Corporation is an EOE/AA/Veteran/People with Disabilities employer.NO AGENCIES, NO RELOCATION#LI-GR1#ENT123At Entrust, we don’t just offer jobs - we offer career journeys. Here is what you can expect when you join our team: Career Growth: Whether you’re a budding developer or a seasoned expert, we’re invested in your professional journey. With learning-forward initiatives and exciting challenges, your growth is our priority. Flexibility: Life is all about balance. Whether you’re remote, hybrid, or on-site, we offer flexible options that fit your lifestyle. Collaboration: Here, your voice matters. Our teams thrive on sharing ideas, brainstorming solutions, and working together to build a better tomorrow. We believe in securing identities—but it doesn’t stop there. At Entrust, we’re passionate about valuing all identities. Our culture is built on diversity, inclusion, and respect. From unconscious bias training for our leaders to global affinity groups that connect colleagues across the globe, we’re creating a community where everyone is encouraged to be themselves. Ready to Make an Impact? If you’re excited by the prospect of innovating, growing your career, and collaborating in a dynamic environment, Entrust is the place for you. Join us in making a difference. Let’s build a more secure world—together. Apply today! For more information, visit . Follow us on, , , , and Compensation Range:In the US: The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $149,578-$219,381 per year (in the primary posting location). Actual compensation will be determined based on geographic location, education, skills and experience. This position is also eligible for the company’s discretionary annual incentive plan. In addition to your pay, Entrust offers eligible colleagues and their dependents comprehensive health and well-being programs which include medical, vision, dental, a generous 401(k) matching contribution, life and disability insurance, mental health coaching, virtual fitness programs, paid personal time off plus 12 paid holidays, parental leave and education reimbursement. Please speak with the recruiter for more details. Note: Benefit and Compensation programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. Entrust has the right to end, suspend or amend any of its plans at any time in whole or in part. In Canada: The pay range for this position is $120,500 - $170,500 per year. This position is also eligible for the company's discretionary annual incentive plan. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, skills and experience. In addition to your pay, Entrust offers eligible colleagues and their dependents comprehensive benefits, vacation, paid time off and paid holidays. Please speak with the recruiter for more details. Note: Benefit and Compensation programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. Entrust has the right to end, suspend or amend any of its plans at any time in whole or in part.Entrust is an EEO/AA/Disabled/Veterans EmployerEntrust values diversity and inclusion and we are committed to building a diverse workforce with wide perspectives and innovative ideas. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, and we strive to provide an accessible experience for candidates of all abilities. Recruiter:Grace Rusingiza

Created: 2026-03-19