Senior Software Architect (m/f/d)

aixigo; Nordrhein-Westfalen; Hybrid; EUR 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work model

Ergonomic workstations

Learning budgets

Company pension plan

Pet-friendly office

Free parking

Bike leasing

Team events

Job summary

aixigo AG in Aachen and Frankfurt is seeking a Senior Software Architect (m/f/d) in a hybrid model. You will design, develop and maintain Java-based backend systems using a modular platform.

You will lead the development team, collaborate with business consultants, analysts and product managers, and ensure performance, scalability and security while embracing new technologies.

Qualifications

• Experience in architecture of modular systems and REST APIs.
• Strong Java programming skills with Kafka experience.
• Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes preferred.
• Experience leading development teams on large-scale systems.
• Excellent English communication; German a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain Java-based backend systems with a modular service architecture.
• Provide technical leadership and coaching to the development team.
• Act as a knowledge multiplier for the aixigo:BLOXX platform in projects with customers and partners.
• Collaborate with business consultants, analysts, product managers and other stakeholders to implement requirements.
• Contribute to offers by overseeing implementation and anticipating challenges.
• Ensure systems are designed with performance, scalability and security in mind.
• Keep up-to-date with new technologies and industry trends and apply them to the tech landscape.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Java programming

REST APIs

Event-based interfaces

Kafka

Docker

Kubernetes

Leadership

Agile methodologies

English communication

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Apache Kafka

Job description

Short and crispWith your passion for technology and your desire to keep up with the latest developments in your industry, you also inspire your colleagues and enjoy sharing your knowledge with colleagues, partners and customers. Do you also enjoy pair/mob programming and good instructions/documentation? Great!

Short and crispWith your passion for technology and your desire to keep up with the latest developments in your industry, you also inspire your colleagues and enjoy sharing your knowledge with colleagues, partners and customers. Do you also enjoy pair/mob programming and good instructions/documentation? Great! Then we are looking for you as Senior Software Architect (m/f/d) in a hybrid model for our locations in Aachen and Frankfurt.

Your job – Your passion

• In implementation projects, you will be responsible for the design, development and maintainability of the Java-based backend systems, incorporating a modular service architecture based on our own aixigo:BLOXX platform
• The technical leadership of a development team as well as the support and guidance of the developers are also part of your area of responsibility
• You are a multiplier of knowledge about the use of the aixigo:BLOXX platform in your own project or in the project of a customer or implementation partner and thus a very important success factor for these projects
• You work closely with business consultants and analysts, product managers and other stakeholders to analyze requirements and implement new software solutions
• You support the creation of offers through your ability to oversee the implementation of requirements and anticipate challenges
• Furthermore, you ensure that the systems are developed with performance, scalability and security in mind
• You keep up to date with new technologies and industry trends and apply your knowledge to improving our technology landscape
• You take part in code reviews and provide constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement
• You act as a technical expert who guides, coaches and supports the development team

Your profile – Your strengths

• You have experience in the architecture and conception of modular systems, REST APIs or event-based interfaces
• You also have very good knowledge of Java programming, as well as experience with Apache Kafka and preferably Docker and Kubernetes
• You have a strong understanding of data structures, algorithms and design patterns and are familiar with agile development methods such as Scrum or Kanban
• Experience in the finance, wealth or investment domain is preferred
• Furthermore, you have experience in leading development teams and delivering large-scale systems
• Excellent communication skills in English is a requirement, German proficiency is a plus
• You are able to clearly communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• You work in a structured way, are reliable, show initiative and enjoy working in a (cool!) team

Our offer to you

• Great creative freedom and a variety of opportunities for further development in a very trusting and appreciative environment
• The choice between different work models (office or hybrid) with flexible working hours, a working time account, overtime regulations and modern and ergonomically equipped workstations
• State-of-the-art collaboration tools for efficient hybrid working (e. g.,Stackoverflow for Teams)
• A family-friendly and relaxed atmosphere where ideas are created together with the best colleagues on earth!
• Unlimited employment contracts, company pension plan, bonus payments, a future leadership program, development budgets and LinkedIn Learning, sports events, childcare support, cafeteria, health campaigns, bring your dogs to work, sufficient and free parking spaces, bicycle leasing, tire changing service, company and sports events, team excursions and teamchallenges, parcel service, drinks, fresh fruit and vegetables, cookies and much more

About Us

Careers at aixigo – The most innovative software company in Aachen

Join us in designing innovative software solutions with and for our customers. We have been setting the standard in digital investment advisory and wealth management for 25 years – in Germany, Europe and the world. At aixigo, you will find clever minds, a friendly workforce and diverse areas of responsibility. Short communication channels and long-term cooperation are essential to us – both among ourselves and in our customer projects. Distinctive spirit, appreciation and communication at eye level define our actions – every voice is heard. Become part of aixigo!