About the role

AI summarised

The Senior Software Architect will design and lead the implementation of scalable, distributed software solutions for air traffic management systems, ensuring safety and performance. The role involves technical leadership, mentorship, and collaboration with cross‑functional teams while adhering to safety‑critical standards.

Aerospace & DefenseOnsite

Key Responsibilities

Develop scalable, distributed software architectures for air traffic management systems
Guide engineering teams through the development lifecycle from concept to deployment
Evaluate and recommend tools, frameworks, and methodologies to optimize system performance
Coach and mentor junior architects and developers
Collaborate with product managers and operations teams to align technical solutions with business goals
Ensure seamless integration of third‑party tools, components and legacy systems
Create and maintain architectural diagrams, design documents and system specifications

Requirements

Relevant bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field
Strong working knowledge of Java Core, Java Swing, JavaFX, and JUnit
Experience with IDE/CICD tools such as Git, Bitbucket, Jenkins, Eclipse, and JIRA
In‑depth knowledge of distributed systems, microservices, messaging systems, and event‑driven architectures
Working knowledge of DevOps, CI/CD methodologies, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
Demonstrated problem‑solving skills for complex, mission‑critical environments
Excellent communication and presentation skills for technical and non‑technical audiences
Experience with formal software engineering processes throughout the lifecycle
Familiarity with safety‑critical standards such as DO‑278/DO‑178
Nice‑to‑have: certification in enterprise architecture frameworks like TOGAF