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# Software Architect

- **Company:** Air Apps
- **Location:** Madrid, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Databases, DevOps, Fault Tolerance, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Node.Js, NoSQL, Software Architecture, Cloud Services, Software Engineering, Software Systems, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Web Application Frameworks, Google Cloud, ReactJS, System Availability, Caching, Reliability of Systems, Cloudformation, Vue.js, Event Driven Architecture, Containerization, AngularJS, Kubernetes, Api Design, Terraform, Data Pipelines, Docker, Microservices
- **Published:** August 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/software-architect-en-madrid-ID-368577755

## About the Role

Strong expertise in
system design, cloud computing, and microservices architecture
.
Experience with
cloud platforms
(AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform) and cloud-native architectures.
Proficiency in
backend technologies
(e.g., Node.js, Python, Java, .NET) and experience with modern
frontend frameworks
(e.g., React, Angular, Vue).
Knowledge of
databases
(SQL and NoSQL), caching strategies, and data pipelines.
Experience with
event-driven architectures, API design, and containerization
(Docker, Kubernetes).
Strong understanding of
security best practices, identity management, and encryption techniques
.
Ability to
evaluate trade-offs
in architectural decisions, balancing scalability, cost, and complexity.
Familiarity with
DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex architectural concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

## Description

About Air AppsAt Air Apps, we believe in thinking bigger-and moving faster. We're a family-founded company on a mission to create the world's first AI-powered Personal & Entrepreneurial Resource Planner (PRP), and we need your passion and ambition to help us change how people plan, work, and live. Born in Lisbon, Portugal, in ****-and now with offices in both Lisbon and San Francisco-we've remained self-funded while reaching over 100 million downloads worldwide.Our long-term focus drives us to challenge the status quo every day, pushing the boundaries of AI-driven solutions that truly make a difference. Here, you'll be a creative force, shaping products that empower people across the globe.Join us on this journey to redefine resource management-and change lives along the way.The RoleAs aSoftware Architect / Solutions Architectat Air Apps, you will be responsible fordefining and overseeing the overall system architecturefor our AI-powered platform. You will collaborate with engineering teams, product managers, and stakeholders to designscalable, secure, and high-performing solutionsthat align with business objectives.You will play a key role in shaping ourtechnology strategy, evaluating new tools and frameworks, and ensuring best practicesin software design, cloud infrastructure, and system integration.This is afully onsite position, based at our office in Lisbon, where you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in person and contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced environment.We are open to support with relocation efforts.ResponsibilitiesDefine and maintain theoverall architecture and system designfor scalable and efficient software solutions.Providetechnical leadershipto engineering teams, guiding them in best practices for architecture, coding, and system scalability.Design and documenthigh-level system diagrams, data flows, and API structures.Evaluate and recommendtechnologies, frameworks, and cloud servicesto optimize performance, security, and cost-efficiency.Ensurehigh availability, fault tolerance, and securityin all architectural decisions.Overseesystem integrations, including microservices, APIs, and third-party services.Work closely withDevOps and SRE teamsto ensure smooth deployment and operational reliability.Establishcoding and architecture standards, ensuring maintainability and scalability of codebases.Identify and mitigatetechnical risks, ensuring system resilience and future scalability.Conductarchitecture reviews and performance auditsto continuously improve system efficiency.RequirementsAround6+ yearsof experience insoftware development and architecture.Strong expertise insystem design, cloud computing, and microservices architecture.Experience withcloud platforms(AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform) and cloud-native architectures.Proficiency inbackend technologies(e.g., Node.js, Python, Java, .NET) and experience with modernfrontend frameworks(e.g., React, Angular, Vue).Knowledge ofdatabases(SQL and NoSQL), caching strategies, and data pipelines.Experience withevent-driven architectures, API design, and containerization(Docker, Kubernetes).Strong understanding ofsecurity best practices, identity management, and encryption techniques.Ability toevaluate trade-offsin architectural decisions, balancing scalability, cost, and complexity.Familiarity withDevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation).Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex architectural concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.What benefits are we offering?Apple hardwareecosystem for work.Annual BonusTop-tier Health and Life Insurancefor peace of mind.Transportation Budgetto support your commute needs.Coverflexbenefits package for meal allowances, well-being, and more.Childcaresupport.Air Conference- an opportunity to meet the team, collaborate, and grow together.Pension Fundto support your long-term financial planning.Urban Sports Clubmembership to keep you active.Meals 100% freeat the hub.Diversity & InclusionAt Air Apps, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We enthusiastically welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and believe that varied voices and experiences make us stronger.Application DisclaimerAt Air Apps, we value transparency and integrity in our hiring process. Applicants must submit their own work without any AI-generated assistance. Any use of AI in application materials, assessments, or interviews will result in disqualification.


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