Software Architecture Expert

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced System Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for shaping the system and software architecture in line with industry best practices and regulatory standards.

• Key Responsibilities :
• Define and maintain system / software architectural standards and guidelines.
• Analyze system / software requirements and translate them into comprehensive, scalable, and high-performance architectural designs.
• Develop and maintain detailed architectural documentation.
• Design top-level software structure for new features and components, and support engineering teams during implementation.
• Collaborate with software verification engineers to define integration strategies and architectural verification approaches.
• Assess and mitigate safety and security risks in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Participate in safety and security assurance activities, providing technical guidance on mitigation strategies.
• Contribute to client consulting activities related to architecture topics.

Requirements :

• Minimum 5 years of experience in software development, particularly with distributed systems.
• At least 3 years of experience in system architecture, preferably within complex or regulated domains.
• Solid understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Familiarity with modern DevOps tools and practices (CI / CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Prior experience in Air Traffic Management (ATM) is an advantage but not mandatory.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken); French is considered an asset.
• Be eligible for a Swiss Working Permit (Swiss or EU Citizenship or valid Swiss Working Permit).

Benefits :

• Strategic Impact in a Critical Industry : This role offers the opportunity to shape the architecture of next-generation air traffic management systems - a high-stakes, high-impact field where your work directly contributes to aviation safety, efficiency, and innovation.
• Technical Leadership & Innovation Opportunity : You'll be at the forefront of a major software transformation, driving the adoption of cutting-edge technologies such as microservices, cloud computing, and DevOps practices - all within a collaborative, expert-driven environment

Long-term Position :

• This is a long-term position with our client, offering stability and the chance to grow within an organization committed to continuous innovation in the air traffic management sector.