C++ Software Architect — Shape Scalable Systems (Remote)

Code Compass ?; Zürich; On-site; CHF 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Employee benefits

Home office opportunities

Job summary

Unknown Tech Co. seeks an experienced Software Architect to lead the architecture of established C++ platforms, ensuring they remain scalable and maintainable while guiding long-term development.

You will drive modernisation efforts, balance new technologies with existing systems, and influence technical strategy within a collaborative team. The role offers flexible hours and on-site parking as part of our benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong experience with C++.
• Knowledge of REST APIs / Service-Oriented Architecture.
• Familiarity with data protection, compliance or regulated environments.
• Flexible working hours and home office opportunities.
• High level of responsibility and freedom to influence technical decisions.
• Opportunity to shape the long-term architecture of established software products.

Responsibilities

• Shape the architecture of established C++ software platforms to keep them scalable and maintainable.
• Influence long-term technical strategy and architecture decisions.
• Balance modern technologies with existing systems during modernization efforts.
• Design, review and improve software architecture patterns and practices.
• Drive technical debt reduction and insights into system design.

Skills

5+ years experience

Strong C++

REST APIs

SOA

Data protection/compliance

Architectural influence

Tools

C++ (Modern)

API design

Job description

Unknown Tech Co. seeks an experienced Software Architect to lead the architecture of established C++ platforms, ensuring they remain scalable and maintainable while guiding long-term development.

You will drive modernisation efforts, balance new technologies with existing systems, and influence technical strategy within a collaborative team. The role offers flexible hours and on-site parking as part of our benefits.