Functional Software Architect

Are you interested in engineering, new technology and scaling architecture? Can you lead talented engineers across several locations in a company that is going towards new heights? Then this might just be what you are looking forThe role you’ll playWe are looking for a senior Software Architect who canset technical direction, lead through influence, and drive architecture decisions across the entire company.
This role sits at the intersection oftechnology strategy, architecture excellence, and engineering leadership. You will work with senior engineers and engineering leaders across multiple teams and locations, shaping how we design, build, and evolve our platform.
The team you’ll be a part ofYou will be part of ourTechnical Enablement Teamand will work very closely with ourDirector ofEngineering who is also defining a global reference architecture.
TheTechnical Enablement Teamwill take part in all the strategicallyimportant changesand initiatives across our engineering group. This includes a mix of hands-on work when implementing new features, technologies or similar while keeping the strategic focus and aligning this acrossteams. You will work with highly skilled and top of the class engineers and we expect you to be one aswell.
If you want to make a difference, make it with us by…Owning architecture & technology directionDefine and evolve thecompany-wide architecture and technology visionEstablishclear architectural principles, standards, and reusable building blocksDrive adoption of these standards across teams through collaboration—not mandateAct as a key contributor to global reference architecture initiativesLeading and influencing at scaleGuide and mentor50+ engineersacross multiple teams and tribesSupport senior developers and tech leads in making sound architectural trade-offsAct as a trusted advisor for complex, cross-team initiativesInfluence changewithout formal authorityEnabling scalable executionEnsure successful executionoflarge, cross-team technical initiativesImprove platformscalability, stability, and maintainabilityDefine pragmatic governance where needed, without slowing teams downGrowing people and capabilitiesAssess technical and leadership skills of senior engineersAdvise on learning, development, and training needsSupport hiring of senior technical roles in collaboration with People & CultureIn one year, you’ll know you were successful if…The team has understood the value of architecture analysis and has adopted a pragmatic architecture documentation frameworkTeam can make autonomous architectural decisions that move our system forwardAll the major platform services have a comprehensive and consistent set of documentationYour consultancy knowledge is valuable for the rest of the teamsYou have contributed to a positive and enjoyable work atmosphere in the teamDesired experience and competenciesWhat does it take to work for LanguageWire?What you’ll need to bringProven experience developing complex software solutions and delivering high-quality software systems, preferably SaaS servicesProven architecture design & documentation experienceProventrack recordof re-architecting existing systems in a successful wayExcellent knowledge of modern programming languages like C#, Python, JavaDeep experience with REST APIs and documentation of REST endpointsExperience with Cloud Native development and microservices architecturesDevOpsexperience: CI / CD,automatedpipelines, Infrastructure as Code,Containerization,Kubernetes.
Ability to drive change and influence without authorityExcellent presentation and data visualization skills.
You’recomfortable reporting and presenting to senior leadership as well as to development teams.
Fluent English (reading, writing, speaking)This will make you stand outVery goodknowledge of cloud platforms like Azure & GCPExperience with the Objectives and Key Results (OKR) framework is a plusExperience with AI-enabled developmentYour colleagues say youStand out as a trusted and respected mentor in your team. When your colleagues are wrestling with a difficult architecture issue, they come to you.
Your approach is pragmatic, to the point. Your experience has made you sceptical of over-architecting.
Have excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Have a deep understanding of the dynamics of cross-functional teams and the “You build it, you run it” paradigmOur perksEnjoy flat hierarchies, responsibility and freedom, direct feedback, and room to stand up for your own ideasInternal development opportunities, ongoing support from your People Partner, and an inclusive and fun company cultureInternational company with 300 employees. Offices in Copenhagen, Aarhus, Stockholm, Varberg, London, Leuven, Lille, Paris, Munich, Hamburg, Sophia Antipolis, Atlanta, Finland and ValenciaFor this role, we have a full-time FlexiWire@home option for remote work. Of course, you are always welcome at the office to collaborate and connect with your colleagues.
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