Location: Hyderabad, IndiaEmployment Type: Full-Time; SalariedCompensation: Base Salary, Bonus, Stock Options, MedicalJob DescriptionAbout UsInnovapptive is a category-defining SaaS company building the worlds most advanced AI-powered Connected Worker Platform for the industrial sector. Headquartered in Houston, TX, and backed by Vista Equity Partners, Innovapptive is on a mission to reimagine how industrial work gets done connecting frontline workers, back-office systems, and assets in real time to drive higher safety, reliability, and productivity.Our platform is trusted by some of the worlds largest enterprises including Shell, Hess, Cenovus Energy, W.R.Grace, Westlake Chemicals, UNICEF, Kimberly Clark, Scott Miracle Gro, and Newmont Mining to name a few, and across chemicals, energy, mining, and manufacturing industries. These customers have achieved tangible, hard-dollar results, such as:Over 40 million in annual EBITDA savings at a single enterprise10 frontline productivity improvements through mobile-first and AI-enabled workflows1520% maintenance cost reductions and significant uptime gains across plants and sitesInnovapptive is recognized by leading industry analysts for its differentiated value creation model:Named a Leader in the Frost & Sullivan Industrial Connected Worker RadarFeatured by Gartner in Connected Factory Worker research and the Hype Cycle for Manufacturing Operations StrategyCited by LNS Research for delivering 35 greater value than point solutions through unified OTIT execution, AI/vision innovation, and field-proven ROIOur growth is backed by Tiger Global Management and Vista Equity Partners, one of the worlds premier software investors, known for scaling high-performance SaaS companies. Together, we are building the next-generation AI Powered Connected Worker Platform, combining cutting-edge technologies SLMs, Generative AI, Computer Vision, and Intelligent Orchestration into a unified system that transforms plant operations globally.Today, with over 300 employees across the U.S., India, and ANZ, Innovapptive stands at a pivotal inflection point: with an ambition to scale to 100M ARR within the next 3-4 years by industrializing every aspect of our product, engineering, and customer delivery systems.The RoleThe VP of Technology & Architecture / Chief Solution Architect will serve as the architectural brain trust of Innovapptives platform unifying product architecture across React Native, Full-Stack (Node Angular), and Integration domains.Reporting to the SVP of Engineering & Technology, this leader will define and enforce enterprise-wide architecture standards, drive AI-First design principles, and ensure technical consistency, scalability, and performance across every product line.This is a hands-on architectural leadership role equal parts strategist, system designer, and AI champion responsible for evolving Innovapptives platform into an autonomous, self-learning digital operations network (ION) built on AI Agents, Computer Vision, and Intelligent Orchestration.How You Will Make An Impact. Architect the AI-First FoundationDefine and own the enterprise architecture blueprint across mobile, web, API, and integration layersIntroduce AI-native design patterns that embed LLMs (SLMs LLMs), Computer Vision, and Agent APIs into core product workflowsUse tools like Cursor.AI, ChatGPT Advanced Data Analysis, and Bolt.AI to accelerate system design, generate reference code, and validate architectural integrity Standardize Architecture Across DomainsUnify React Native, Full-Stack, and Integration architectures under a single governance modelDefine performance and reliability standards for offline sync, data consistency, and error recovery across appsInstitutionalize pattern libraries, micro-frontend guidelines, and integration adapters for SAP, Maximo, Oracle, and SCADA/OSI-PI systems Build Observability and Resilience as a CultureEnforce telemetry-first architecture using Sentry, LeakCanary, and custom APM dashboards to detect issues before customers doEstablish real-time health dashboards to track crash-free user rates, sync success rates, and API latency SLAsLead AI-driven RCA frameworks that auto-diagnose and auto-recommend fixes based on telemetry patterns Mentor and Elevate Engineering ExcellenceCoach Solution Architects, Technical Leads, and Engineers to adopt AI-First development practices and code review automationCreate and govern an Architecture Review Board (ARB) that uses AI agents to validate designs for security, scalability, and complianceChampion a culture of continuous learning through AI tooling, documentation excellence, and cross-team collaboration Drive Innovation and Customer ValueTranslate customer and market needs into platform-level capabilities that differentiate Innovapptive in the Connected Worker categoryPartner with Product Management to prioritize features that amplify AI value creation and reduce technical debtEvaluate emerging AI/ML and Edge technologies for inclusion in the platforms roadmapWhat You Bring to The Team15 years in software architecture, including 5 years in enterprise SaaS or industrial software leadershipDeep expertise in mobile (React Native), web (Angular Node.js), and enterprise integration (REST, GraphQL, MQ, SAP, OSI-PI)Proven experience architecting for scale ( 10 k users) with high reliability and offline sync resilienceDemonstrated AI literacy and hands-on use of ChatGPT, Cursor.AI, Bolt.AI, Testim, and Sentry for design acceleration and quality assuranceStrong foundation in security, DevOps, and cloud architecture (AWS)Exceptional written and verbal communication; able to present complex architectural concepts to executives and customersPassion for mentoring, scaling teams, and building AI First engineering culturesSuccess Metrics (FIRST 90-180 Days)Enterprise Architecture Blueprint published and adopted across React Native and Full-Stack domainsAI Design Assistant workflow operationalized (Creating 30 % faster solution designs and reviews)System performance improved by 25 %, measured via telemetry (Sentry LeakCanary dashboards)Architecture Review Board live, enforcing standards and AI-based design validationZero critical defects in production post release for 3 consecutive cyclesWhy does this Role MatterThe VP of Technology & Architecture defines the technical DNA of Innovapptive. As we move from code-centric to AI-centric engineering, this leader ensures that our architecture scales intelligently, delivers predictably, and learns autonomouslyThis role is the cornerstone of our transformation from a mobile-app company to a connected operations intelligence platform that redefines industrial workWhat We OfferExecutive-level compensation and equity aligned with strategic impactOpportunity to shape the core technology foundation of a Vista-backed scale-upHybrid work model Hyderabad or remote with periodic travel to Houston HQA platform to build the AI-First architecture that will power the future of industrial workInnovapptive does not accept and will not review unsolicited resumes from search firms.Innovapptive is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, political affiliation, marital or partnership status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth (or related medical conditions), sex, sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, genetic disorder, genetic predisposition, carrier status, military status, familial status, or domestic violence victim status and any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.Powered by JazzHRm6MjL42tOC