(Senior) Technical Application Architect

About the job

You are the visionary builder behind our software landscape. As a Technical Application Architect, you don't just design systems: you craft the blueprint for scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions that power the mobility industry. You operate at the intersection of deep technical expertise and strategic business goals, ensuring that our software "Miles" remains robust and future-proof. In this influential role at a hidden champion of mobility tech, you guide development teams, define standards, and turn complex business needs into elegant architectural realities.

Your responsibilities will include: 

• You design sophisticated application architectures that seamlessly meet both functional and non-functional requirements
• You collaborate closely with product owners, business analysts, and developers to translate business vision into concrete technical solutions
• You lead technical discussions, providing expert guidance on system integration, performance optimization, and security standards
• You define and maintain technology standards, frameworks, and best practices, ensuring a high bar for code quality and maintainability
• You document architectural decisions (ADRs) and create clear diagrams (C4, sequence) to ensure transparency and traceability
• You evaluate emerging technologies and proactively recommend their adoption to keep our tech stack on the cutting edge

Your skills and interests: 

• You have deep expertise in software architecture principles, design patterns, and modeling techniques (e.g., C4, sequence diagrams)
• You possess a solid understanding of REST APIs, microservices, and modern integration strategies
• You are proficient in modern programming languages (e.g., Java 21) and frameworks (e.g., JavaEE, Quarkus)
• You have experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and relational databases (Oracle, MSSQL, Postgres)
• You enjoy solving complex problems strategically and have a passion for Domain Driven Design (DDD)
• You are a strong communicator who can explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and mentor development teams
• You are fluent in English and thrive in an agile, international environment where you can take ownership and drive quality

What we offer:

At Sofico, you’ll join an international, multicultural company with over 30 years of success. We double in size every five years, staying true to our open and collaborative culture even as we grow.

We believe you should be in control of your own career. That’s why we put your personal development first. With an extensive onboarding program, you’ll spend six months learning our products and getting to know the organization with the support of a dedicated job coach. Your learning doesn’t stop there; we’ll continue to offer opportunities for growth and development throughout your career.

You’ll work in a modern, accessible office with flexible and hybrid work options that allow you to balance work and life. In addition, we offer:

• Flexible working hours and the option to work from home. 
• Employee discounts, eGym Wellpass, Bike Leasing and a subsidized Jobticket for public transportation. 
• Company pension scheme with optional additional occupational disability insurance.
• Growth potential through personalized learning and development plans.
• A vibrant team culture with regular team events and a company weekend.