System Architect

• Organize and coordinate the interaction between SW development teams (German and French) and system engineering
• Ensure that the solution/product meets all specified requirements as outlined in the integration plan
• Establish and follow a defined test strategy, Having in mind the system functional chains for which the solution/product you are testing is a contributor
• Execute test sequences using pre-written scripts or manual testing methods, and compile the corresponding reports.
• Develop further test sequences and recommend the appropriate test equipment and software tools to ensure effective test execution.
• Interpret test results, debug logs if necessary and report the issues to the software development teams or SE teams for issue resolution.
• Automate the testing procedures when feasible to improve the efficiency of verification and validation activities.

• You preferably hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a comparable field of study, or have relevant professional experience in the area of Systems Engineering.
• You enjoy familiarizing yourself with technical systems and products and ideally have experience in the field of marine communication.
• Strong knowledge of Linux, virtualization (Proxmox/VMWare), Bash scripting, VoIP protocols (SIP and RTP), VoIP components (IPBX, SBC), REST APIs, programming languages such as Python and Java, test automation tools like RobotFramework, and issue tracking tools such as Jira and Polarion.
• For this position, we are looking for a team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven expertise in designing and developing scalable, secure, and efficient system architectures that meet business and technical requirements.

Thales in Germany is part of an internationally leading technology group in the defence and security, aerospace as well as cyber security and digital identity markets. In Kiel and Wilhelmshaven you will encounter modern and tailored navy systems for ships and submarines - from communication and navigation to reconnaissance and guidance and action. This is the right place for you if you want to join us integrating equipment and subsystems for a more secure communication solution or work on the development of the brain of the warship - the combat management system. Join the Thales expert team for maritime solutions. We are happy to have you on board!, The Group invests more than €4 billion per year in Research & Development in key areas, particularly for critical environments, such as Artificial Intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum and cloud technologies. In 2024, the Group generated sales of €20.6 billion. For our more than 83,000 employees in 68 countries we open up visionary perspectives, realise individual career paths and enable creative freedom. This is achieved with courage, versatility and the firm intention to make the demanding challenges of our time safer and more inclusive. With our sustainable value-focused management we support diversity actively. Say HI* - Your journey to us At times of change our international teams are ready to meet the complexity of today with the industry-leading technologies of tomorrow. Will you be part of it? Your Talent Acquisition contact Benedikt Petzet is looking forward to your online application on our Career portal.