Solution Architect (all genders)(EN)

Contabo; Germany (OH); Hybrid; USD 103,603 - 161,161; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance flexibility

Workation across EU

Wellbeing & fitness perks

Company events

Job summary

Contabo seeks two full-time Solution Architects to own and evolve the architecture across software, infrastructure and networking. The role spans parallel systems—a PHP monolith and a newer microservice stack—with emphasis on clean, scalable design and cross-team collaboration.

Remote-first with optional hybrid or on-site work based on proximity to European locations. 5+ years in architecture, plus 2+ years in an architectural role, are valued, along with strong German and English communication.

Qualifications

• Architectural knowledge for complex, distributed systems.
• Solid hosting-domain understanding behind VPS booking.
• Modeling with UML, C4, BPMN, ERD, or FMC (e.g. Drawio, Visio, Mermaid).
• 5+ years of experience, with 2+ years focused on architecture.
• Fluent in German and English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evolve the landscape across software, infrastructure and networking.
• Retire legacy systems where sensible while keeping architecture clean.
• Ensure transparent decision-making and broad team alignment.
• Own solution architecture and drive governance across teams.

Skills

Architectural knowledge

Hosting domain

UML

C4

BPMN

ERD

Drawio

Visio

Mermaid

Tools

Kubernetes

Ansible

IaC tools

Job description

YOUR CREATIVE FIELD

We are looking for two full-time, permanent Solution Architects to start as soon as possible. We're filling this role at two levels. See below where you recognise yourself. We live remote-first, but you have the freedom to choose whether you want to work hybrid or completely on-site due to your proximity to one of our locations.

You open your laptop in the morning and know that today will probably be different from what you planned. Maybe you're in a refinement session and realise halfway through that the proposed solution won't hold up at scale. Maybe a developer asks a question that makes you rethink a concept you thought was finished last week. Some days are structured, some aren't – but you know how to work with both.

This isn't a greenfield. At Contabo Group, two systems run in parallel: a PHP monolith with 15 years in production, grown across multiple teams and generations of decisions and a younger microservice system with a message broker built over the last few years. Together they serve more than 250,000 customers worldwide. You know that a landscape like this has its own logic and that you don't redraw it from scratch, but take the time to understand it before you start changing it.

Your job is to develop this landscape further. That means retiring legacy systems where it makes sense, keeping the architecture clean even when there's business pressure to cut corners, and bringing teams along rather than issuing mandates. You own the solution architecture across software, infrastructure and networking – and you make sure decisions are made transparently, not in a vacuum. If you naturally share what you know, not because it's in the job description but because you understand that bad architecture eventually hits everyone – then this is likely the right place for you.

WHAT CONVINCES US

Your personality, paired with:

Must have

• Architectural knowledge for complex, distributed systems
• Solid understanding of the hosting domain – you know what happens behind a VPS booking
• Systems modelling with UML, C4, BPMN, ERD, or FMC (e.g. Drawio, Visio, Mermaid)
• 5+ years of experience, with 2+ years focused on architecture
• Fluent in German and English

Should have

• Experience with Kubernetes, Ansible, or comparable IaC tools
• Some deep experience migrating monolithic systems to microservices
• Mentoring background

Nice to have

• AI tools in everyday development (e.g. Claude Code)

Senior

You own the full architecture responsibility and set the standard for all teams.

• 7+ years of experience, 2+ in the industry
• Full ownership of architecture & governance
• You define processes and drive them with the team
• Deepexpertisein scaling, resilience, and redundancy
• Proactive mentoring of all engineers

Mid-Level

You grow into architectural responsibility – with real scope and clear support.

• 5+ years of experience, 2+ years with architecture focus
• Co-design solution architecture with senior support
• Gradually take on governance responsibilities
• Interest in mentoring and knowledge sharing
• Openness to learning new technologies

We know that you may not currently meet all the requirements. But if you come to us with the right amount of commitment and enthusiasm, we can take off together and make a big difference.

AWESOME PROSPECTS

At Contabo, we are constantly evolving. Our growth creates space for new ideas, ownership, and real impact for people who want to make a difference.

What defines us is trust, direct communication, and an open feedback culture. We believe the best solutions are built together and that everyone has the opportunity to contribute, grow, and leave their own footprint.

Additionally, we offer:

• Work the way that fits your life – Remote or hybrid with flexible hours for a healthy work-life balance and the same technical equipment at home as in the office
• Experience real freedom – Workation across the EU and in our summer office in Mallorca
• Stay active and healthy – Access to EGYM Wellpass and thousands of fitness and wellness facilities
• Enjoy exclusiveperks – Attractive discounts on many products and services through our corporate benefits program
• Recharge your energy – 30 days of vacation plus additional days off on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve
• Give back – An extra day off to get involved in social activities through our Volunteer Day
• Make an impact – Take ownership and bring your ideas to life with real creative freedom
• Keep growing – Individual professional and personal development opportunities in an innovative tech environment
• Feel comfortable where you work – Modern, conveniently located offices across our European locations
• Be part of a diverse team – Work in an international environment shaped by diversity
• Create lasting memories – Company events and team activities you won’t forget

HOW TO REACH US

If you have any questions you can reach Alina by phone at [phone].

ABOUT US

Contabo - High-quality Cloud Hosting Made in Germany!

As a leading infrastructure service provider in the field of cloud instances and dedicated servers, we have stood for first-class quality, reliability and favorable prices since our foundation in Munich in 2003. Meanwhile, more than 275,000 customers in over 190 countries trust our services.

We specialize in providing German quality to users worldwide, focusing on the stability and security of our data centers, the optimization of internal processes, and excellent customer support.

Become a part of our future-oriented company, which plays a significant role in the development of digital cloud hosting, and support us with your ideas and commitment.