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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # System Architect - Virtualization - **Company:** Jobtailor - **Location:** Madrid, Spain - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Hypervisor, Network Configuration and Change Management, Network Protocols, Object-Oriented Software Development, Process Driven Development, Software Architecture, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Tools, Scaled Agile Framework, Systems Architecture, System Testing, Virtualization Technology, Containerization, Kubernetes, Docker, Microservices - **Published:** August 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/system-architect-virtualization-en-madrid-ID-367414233 ## About the Role Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) from an accredited college or university. Proven experience in embedded systems architecture and virtualized IED architectures. Strong object?oriented analysis and design (OOAD) skills with proficiency in C/C++17. Experience with Microservices, Container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), Virtualization (Hypervisor types, VM management, network configuration). Experience with Embedded Linux and RTOS. Experience with micro services software architectures. Understanding of the Transmission & Distribution power?system domain and protection relays. Extensive experience of modular, medium?scale embedded systems based around Xilinx Ultrascale+ designs. Strong oral and written communication skills. Experience working on teams that use the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) development methodology (Desired). Experience implementing and using CI/CD pipelines (Desired). Experience with Field?Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) (Desired). Knowledge on IEC *****, IEEE **** and/or SCADA, networking protocols (IEC *******) (Desired). Understand and apply system test and integration methodologies (Desired). Strong interpersonal and leadership skills (Desired). Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems (Desired). #J-*****-Ljbffr ## Description ResponsibilitiesAnalyze complex challenging requirements to architect effective design solutions making up the overall system architecture including hardware, embedded software, software tools, V&V and test rigs.Provide forward?looking strategies for platforms and technology development, technical risks elimination and insertion, to make the platform reliable and the product competitive.Drive platform reuse strategies.Make data?driven decisions using defined trade?off criteria.Facilitate, drive discussions and steer cross?functional councils to solve issues, drive decisions, gain consensus, and align on technical risk mitigation strategies.Communicate complex messages and negotiate with others to adopt a different point of view.Influence peers to act and negotiate with external partners and vendors.Utilize in?depth understanding of key technology challenges to accomplish own work and provide direction to cross?functional teams.Define architecture enablers and collaborate with ART Product Owners and Product Managers on backlog definition and prioritization.Provide timely communications on significant issues, risks and/or developments.Maintain a focus on safety, reliability, performance, and security for embedded systems.Capture and elicit detailed requirements from stakeholders to ensure comprehensive understanding and documentation.Handle change management and impact analysis.Assess the effects of modifications on system architecture.Act as a resource for colleagues with less experience.RequirementsBachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) from an accredited college or university.Proven experience in embedded systems architecture and virtualized IED architectures.Strong object?oriented analysis and design (OOAD) skills with proficiency in C/C++17.Experience with Microservices, Container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), Virtualization (Hypervisor types, VM management, network configuration).Experience with Embedded Linux and RTOS.Experience with micro services software architectures.Understanding of the Transmission & Distribution power?system domain and protection relays.Extensive experience of modular, medium?scale embedded systems based around Xilinx Ultrascale+ designs.Strong oral and written communication skills.Experience working on teams that use the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) development methodology (Desired).Experience implementing and using CI/CD pipelines (Desired).Experience with Field?Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) (Desired).Knowledge on IEC *****, IEEE **** and/or SCADA, networking protocols (IEC *******) (Desired).Understand and apply system test and integration methodologies (Desired).Strong interpersonal and leadership skills (Desired).Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems (Desired).#J-*****-Ljbffr ## Related Videos - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [An alternative approach to digital sovereignty: Confidential Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100043-an-alternative-approach-to-digital-sovereignty-confidential-computing) - [Understanding Kubernetes in a visual way](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100085-understanding-kubernetes-in-a-visual-way) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Microservices: how to get started with Spring Boot and Kubernetes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/242-microservices-how-to-get-started-with-spring-boot-and-kubernetes) - [20 Years of Solving Unsolvable Problems](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100214-20-years-of-solving-unsolvable-problems) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)