> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1356883-system-of-systems-architect-connected-health-platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1356883-system-of-systems-architect-connected-health-platform). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # System of Systems Architect - Connected Health Platform - **Company:** Fresenius Medical Care AG & Co. KGaA - **Location:** Bad Homburg vor der Höhe, Germany - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Computing Platforms, Systems Engineering, Audit Trail, User Authentication, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Data Architecture, Data Governance, Distributed Systems, EHealth, Embedded Software, Firmware, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Key Management, Message Broker, OAuth, Public Key Infrastructure, Openid Connect, Cloud Services, Message Oriented Middleware, Software Engineering, Data Streaming, Systems Modeling Language, Systems Architecture, UML, Management of Software Versions, Openapi, SSL Certificate Management, Transport Layer Security, Cloud Platform System, Spring Cloud, Backend, Event Driven Architecture, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Data Management, Multiaccess Edge Computing, Asynchronous Programming, Api Design, Restful APIs, Api Management, Microservices - **Published:** July 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.de/details/5806575321 ## About the Role * Successfully completed degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a comparable field, ideally with a Master's degree. * 10+ years of experience designing and evolving complex distributed software-intensive systems, including several years in a lead architecture role. * Proven experience designing architectures that span connected devices, edge platforms, cloud services, APIs and data platforms. * Strong practical experience with cloud architectures on Microsoft Azure, AWS or a comparable hyperscale cloud platform. * Deep understanding of distributed systems, cloud-native architectures, microservices, scalability, resilience, availability and observability. * Strong knowledge of common communication and integration patterns, including REST, OpenAPI, publish/subscribe, asynchronous messaging, event-driven architectures and message brokers. * Strong understanding of cybersecurity architecture, including authentication, authorization, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, PKI, TLS, certificate management, key management and threat modeling. * Experience with Privacy-by-Design, data protection and the secure processing of sensitive or regulated data, knowledge on privacy regulations such as GDPR and HIPAA. * Experience with data architecture, data modeling, data ownership, data governance and API contracts. * Experience with containers, Kubernetes, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code and modern software engineering practices. * Experience integrating embedded systems, connected devices or active medical devices with edge and cloud platforms. * Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and quality standards for medical devices and Software as a Medical Device is highly desirable. * Ability to communicate complex architectural concepts clearly to engineering teams, product stakeholders and senior management. * Analytical, structured and solution-oriented working style combined with strong communication and stakeholder management skills. * Excellent written and spoken German and English. This role is intended for architects of complex distributed software platforms and connected ecosystems. Experience limited to the architecture of individual embedded systems, control units or isolated functional domains without substantial cloud, cybersecurity, integration and distributed-systems responsibility is not sufficient for this position. ## Description The System of Systems Architect is responsible for the end-to-end technical architecture of a connected healthcare platform spanning active medical devices, edge computing components, IoT connectivity, cloud services, data platforms and therapy management applications. The role focuses on the architecture and integration of a distributed system of systems rather than on the architecture of an individual device or embedded subsystem. It requires strong expertise in cloud-native architecture, distributed systems, cybersecurity, data protection and modern communication patterns. Your Responsibilities * Own and continuously evolve the end-to-end system-of-systems architecture of a connected healthcare platform consisting of active medical devices, edge computing, cloud services and enterprise integrations. * Define architectural boundaries, responsibilities, interfaces and data flows across hardware, firmware, embedded software, edge platforms, backend services, APIs and data platforms. * Design modular, scalable, resilient and maintainable architectures for globally deployed distributed systems. * Define cloud architecture principles and solution patterns for scalable, highly available and observable cloud-native applications. * Define communication and integration patterns, including REST APIs, synchronous and asynchronous communication, publish/subscribe messaging, event-driven architectures and message brokers. * Govern API design, versioning, lifecycle management and integration across products and development teams. * Ensure secure and reliable communication between medical devices, edge gateways, cloud services and external healthcare systems. * Drive Security-by-Design and Privacy-by-Design across the platform, including authentication, authorization, device identity, encryption, key and certificate management and secure software updates. * Define data architecture principles, canonical data models, data ownership, data governance and privacy requirements across distributed components. * Translate business, regulatory, clinical and stakeholder requirements into technical architectures and align solutions with Product Management, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data Privacy and platform teams. * Integrate regulatory and quality requirements, including traceability, auditability, risk management and validation readiness, into the system architecture. * Perform system-level architecture and cybersecurity risk analyses and define appropriate mitigation measures. * Lead architecture reviews, technical governance and architectural decision-making across multiple products and engineering teams. * Create and maintain architecture documentation and models using appropriate methods such as architecture diagrams, UML, SysML and Architectural Decision Records. * Evaluate emerging technologies in cloud computing, edge computing, IoT, cybersecurity, data platforms and medical technology and translate them into sustainable technology roadmaps. ## Related Videos - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [ChatGPT and Java: A Match Made in Heaven or Hell?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/536-chatgpt-and-java-a-match-made-in-heaven-or-hell) - [Keeping applications secure by evolving OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100152-keeping-applications-secure-by-evolving-oauth-2-0-and-openid-connect) - [Next Level Enterprise Architecture: Modular, Flexible, Scalable, Multichannel and AI-Ready?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1017-next-level-enterprise-architecture-modular-flexible-scalable-multichannel-and-ai-ready) - [Nest.js - TypeScript in the backend can also be clean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1033-nest-js-typescript-in-the-backend-can-also-be-clean) - [Why make use of an integration platform in today's software developments and infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/758-why-make-use-of-an-integration-platform-in-today-s-software-developments-and-infrastructure) ## Related Articles - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [The Biggest German Tech Companies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/424-the-biggest-german-tech-companies) - [Finding Jobs in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/375-finding-jobs-in-germany) - [Best Companies to Work For in Germany: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/33-best-companies-to-work-for-in-germany-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Where to Find German Tech Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/366-where-to-find-german-tech-jobs)