Principal Architect, AI Ecosystem & Partner Integrations

Verkada is a physical security company providing an integrated, privacy-sensitive AI-powered platform for video security, access control, air quality sensors, alarms, intercoms, and visitor management. With over 30,000 customers, a $5.8B valuation, and more than $1B in annualized bookings, Verkada is at the center of Physical AI.

We are seeking a Principal Architect, AI Ecosystem & Partner Integrations to define the technical architecture, integration patterns, and development standards for third-party integrations into the Verkada platform. This role will work closely with the Partner Integrations team to support technical relationships, establish standards, and create tools and frameworks for partners and field teams.

• Provide senior technical architecture and guidance for third-party integrations.
• Build demonstrations, reference applications, and “art of the possible” examples.
• Create reusable software, API wrappers, integration templates, and developer resources.
• Establish and maintain technical standards for integration development.
• Work with partners to identify API gaps and improve developer experience.
• Partner with Product teams to translate learnings into product enhancements.
• Own technical validation of partner integration designs.
• Drive adoption of reusable patterns and coding standards.
• Build technical presentations and enablement materials.

• 10+ years of experience in building API-level integrations between companies.
• Previous experience building and managing integrations and organizing support.
• Excellent communication and customer/partner-facing skills.
• Ability to work with many internal and external parties in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for technology, education, and continuous improvement.

Estimated annual pay range: $265,000—$330,000 USD (OTE). Benefits include healthcare programs (medical, vision, dental), mental health support, paid parental leave, fertility benefits, paid holidays, flexible PTO, professional development stipend, wellness/fitness benefits, daily healthy lunches, and commuter benefits.