Full-Stack Software Architect

Quick Facts

Permanent full-stack software architecture role in the defense industry for German and international customers, based in Immenstaad or Ulm. The position requires awareness of potential compliance risks and a commitment to integrity.

Description

You will design and lead scalable and secure software architecture across front-end, back-end, and database layers, while building user interfaces, server-side logic, APIs, and databases. You will also model and document requirements and collaborate with stakeholders and Verification/Validation/Test teams to ensure the architecture supports testable requirements.

Responsibilities

• Create scalable and secure software architecture across front-end, back-end, and database layers.
• Develop user interfaces and implement server-side logic, APIs, and databases using AI-enabled SDLC tools.
• Lead development teams; establish coding standards and perform code reviews for quality and performance.
• Gather and analyze software requirements with stakeholders, Product Owners, and requirements engineers; document in Confluence.
• Model software requirements using Cameo Modeling (or similar).
• Design high-level software architectures, including components, modules, and interfaces; select suitable technologies and design patterns (e.g., microservices, REST APIs).
• Communicate architectural decisions to stakeholders, developers, and testers.
• Identify technical risks and log them in Jira for tracking and resolution.
• Collaborate with Verification, Validation, and Test teams to support testable requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Systems Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience as a Software Architect or similar role, preferably in Agile or systems engineering environments.
• Strong experience designing and implementing complex software systems (microservices, cloud-based, or enterprise applications).
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies; Scrum and SAFe experience is beneficial.
• Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills; strong organizational and self-motivated work ethic.
• Ability to motivate team members and adapt to changing project demands.
• Strong communication skills for reporting and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with defense industry standards and practices; defense or automotive background knowledge.

Benefits

• Attractive salary with special payments
• 30 days of paid vacation plus additional days off for special occasions
• Training and international development opportunities
• Employer-funded pension
• Employee stock options
• Discounted car leasing and insurance benefits
• Public transport subsidies and partner-company discounts
• Childcare, medical services, canteens and cafeterias
• Company sports and leisure activities (e.g., running, sailing, tennis, winter sports)
• Work-life compatibility via job sharing, part-time options, flexible working hours, and individual time off