Solutions Architect

Ryanair - Europe's Favourite Airline; Swords; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Travel benefits – discounted fares

Defined Contribution Pension Scheme –

Death in Service Benefit

20 Days Annual Leave + progression to

Cycle to Work Scheme

Unrivalled career progression

Job summary

Ryanair Labs is seeking a Software Architect to define high-level systems architecture for Europe’s largest airline group. You will lead architecture discussions, collaborate with analysts and stakeholders, and ensure scalable, secure delivery of enterprise-scale applications across aviation platforms.

The role demands 10+ years in software engineering with architecture/leadership exposure, strong .NET and AWS skills, and a background in aviation or MRO environments.

Qualifications

• Proven track record delivering high-level architectures for large systems.
• Experience collaborating with business analysts and stakeholders to shape requirements.
• Strong knowledge of software development best practices and governance.

Responsibilities

• Define high-level systems architecture and deliver best-in-class applications.
• Map out business processes and identify gaps for automation/digitalization.
• Develop high-quality, testable, scalable software using agile practices.

Skills

Software architecture

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Communication

Aviation domain knowledge

Education

IT Bachelor's degree

Equivalent industry experience

Tools

.NET

AWS

Job description

Ryanair Labs are currently recruiting for a Software Architect to join Europe's Largest Airline Group! This is a very exciting time to join Ryanair as we look to expand our operation to 800 aircraft and 300 million guests within the next 10 years. Ryanair Labs is the technology brand of Ryanair. Labs is a state of-the-art digital & IT innovation hub creating Europe’s Leading Travel Experience for our customers.

• Define the high-level systems architecture and delivering best-in-class applications for Europe’s largest airline.
• Map out business processes and identify gaps in current systems and opportunities for automation/digitalization.
• Developing high quality, testable and performance software using agile practices.
• Driving best technology and software development practices in the team with passion and enthusiasm.
• Collaborate with analysts and business stakeholders in shaping, estimating and planning new requirements. Lead workshops with stakeholders.
• Evaluate build-vs-buy options, assess vendor solutions, and support vendor selection and RFP processes, including technology evaluations and recommendations.
• Participating in regular showcases of new work to the product owners and business stakeholders.
• Recommend integration approach with enterprise platforms (e.g., HR, finance, procurement).
• Striving for continuous improvement within the team.
• Produce architecture documentation, data models, and system interface designs.
• Work with project management to create a roadmap and phased delivery plan.
• Guide development and integration teams during implementation.
• Design solutions with scalability and performance in mind, ensuring compliance with security, data protection, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the implementation and adherence to governance frameworks and standards.
• Mitigate risks by designing resilient, maintainable architectures with built-in BCP and DR capabilities.
• 10+ years’ experience as a Software Engineer in large-scale enterprise or aviation-related projects.
• Experience working as a software architect or principal engineer
• Expert knowledge in .NET
• Excellent AWS knowledge
• IT Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Experience working on large applications and their underlying databases
• Experience in system integration (APIs, middleware, data flows)
• Problem solver – the ability to come up with unique solutions to unique problems
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Drive technical excellence within engineering teams
• Background in aviation, aerospace, or heavy engineering environments, knowledge of MRO systems (aircraft/engine maintenance, inventory, work package management) or familiarity with airline platforms would be a distinct advantage
• Competitive salary
• Discounted and unlimited travel to over 250 destinations
• Defined Contribution Pension Scheme – Matched up to 5% or €5,000
• Death in Service Benefit – Up to 2 times of annual basic salary
• 20 Days Annual Leave – Increasing to 22 days after 12 months and 25 days after 3 years of continuous service.
• Option for up to 5 additional unpaid leave days per year
• Cycle 2 Work Scheme
• Unrivalled career progression