Quadient Inspire Architect

Source Group International; Köln; Hybrid; EUR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Source Group International is seeking a Quadient Inspire Architect in the Cologne area. The role defines and leads the technical CCM architecture, focusing on end-to-end omnichannel workflows and seamless integration across Quadient modules.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in software engineering and at least 5 years in solution architecture, with strong experience in Quadient Inspire and CCM migrations. Hybrid work arrangement and immediate start are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field.
• 10+ years of software development/engineering experience.
• At least 5 years in Solution Architecture.
• Strong hands-on and architectural knowledge of Quadient Inspire suite.
• Experience with CCM across industries.
• Experience with high-volume omnichannel workflows.
• Experience with CCM migrations, upgrades, cloud transforms.
• Enterprise integrations and architectural governance.
• German language proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Define technology roadmaps, standards, and architectural principles.
• Design end-to-end multichannel document workflows using Quadient Inspire.
• Provide architectural guidance across Inspire Designer, Automation, and Interactive.
• Design scalable delivery solutions for print, email, SMS, web, and mobile.
• Lead migrations from legacy CCM (HP Exstream, OpenText, Pitney Bowes) to Quadient Inspire.
• Develop migration strategies to cloud-based Inspire Evolve.
• Lead discussions on integrations, accessibility, and platform design.
• Chair architectural review sessions aligning with enterprise standards.
• Translate business/CX requirements into scalable technical architectures.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and dev teams for CCM implementations.

Skills

Quadient Inspire

Solution Architecture

End-to-end workflows

Multichannel delivery

German language

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in CS/Software Eng

Tools

Quadient Inspire Designer

Inspire Automation

Inspire Interactive

HP Exstream

OpenText

Pitney Bowes

Job description

Quadient Inspire Architect

Location: Cologne, Germany (preferably Cologne or nearby)
Work Model: Hybrid
Contract Duration: 6 months
Start Date: Immediate
Language: German
Experience: Senior-level profile

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Quadient Inspire Architect to define and lead the technical architecture of Customer Communication Management (CCM) solutions. The ideal candidate has strong expertise in the Quadient Inspire suite, experience designing end-to-end omnichannel communication workflows, and a proven track record in solution architecture and enterprise-level technology decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Define technology roadmaps, architectural principles, and technical standards across the Quadient software portfolio.
• Design and oversee end-to-end, multichannel document and customer communication workflows using Quadient Inspire.
• Provide advanced architectural expertise across key modules, including Inspire Designer, Inspire Automation, Inspire Interactive, and other relevant Quadient Inspire components.
• Design scalable communication delivery solutions across high-volume print, email, SMS, web portals, and mobile channels.
• Lead platform upgrades and migrations from legacy CCM solutions, such as HP Exstream, OpenText, and Pitney Bowes, to Quadient Inspire.
• Develop migration strategies for transitioning on-premises deployments to cloud-based solutions, including Quadient Inspire Evolve.
• Lead technical discussions on system integrations, accessibility, infrastructure, and platform design.
• Chair architectural review sessions to ensure that technical decisions align with enterprise standards and long-term business objectives.
• Translate business and Customer Experience (CX) requirements into scalable, reusable technical architectures.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, development teams, and technical specialists to ensure the successful implementation of CCM solutions.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 10+ years of experience in software development and engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience in Solution Architecture.
• Strong hands-on and architectural knowledge of the Quadient Inspire suite, including Inspire Designer, Inspire Automation, and Inspire Interactive.
• Extensive understanding of Customer Communication Management (CCM) across different industries.
• Experience designing high-volume, omnichannel document and communication workflows.
• Experience with CCM platform migrations, upgrades, and cloud transformation initiatives.
• Strong understanding of enterprise integrations, accessibility, and architectural governance.
• Experience in highly regulated industries, particularly Banking and Insurance, is highly desirable.
• Ability to translate business and customer experience requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• German language proficiency is required.

Additional Information

• The assignment is expected to start immediately.
• The initial contract duration is six months.
• The position follows a hybrid working model.
• Candidates must be based in Germany and able to work from the Cologne area, preferably in or near Cologne.

We believe in equal opportunity for all and actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

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