Chief Architect - Digital Solutions

Siemens AG
Wilhelmshaven, Germany
4 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
10 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Amazon Web Services Microsoft Azure Computer Programming Digital Architecture Federal Enterprise Architecture Design of User Interfaces Software Architecture Cloud Services Systems Integration Zachman Framework Google Cloud
+6 more
Spring Cloud Togaf Information Technology Data Analytics Web Api Microservices

Job description

As the Chief Architect, you will lead the architectural vision for our Services and Digital (SVD) product portfolio in Electrification, Automation & Digital (EAD) division. Your expertise will guide technology direction, ensuring our solutions are scalable and aligned with our long-term business goals. Collaborating with product managers, engineering teams, and stakeholders, you will transform complex requirements into sustainable architectural blueprints. You will establish standards and best practices, integrating cross-product capabilities like cloud-native applications, web APIs, data analytics, mobile solutions, and UI/UX. Your influence in strategic decision-making will involve evaluating emerging technologies and mentoring technical teams to foster a culture of excellence. The position is locally based and we do not offer remote positions. See selected locations down at the bottom. How You’ll Make a Difference

  • Lead cross-product technology strategies to deliver customer value and achieve business goals.
  • Oversee architectural governance, making informed technology decisions and addressing legal considerations.
  • Support product managers with business cases and implementation strategies while guiding technical growth.
  • Establish guidelines for coding, testing, deployment, and cloud services.
  • Drive standardization of digital architecture across SVD products.

Requirements

  • A degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field.
  • Mastery of frameworks like TOGAF, Zachman, or FEAF.
  • Deep knowledge of AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (GDPR, SOC2, HIPAA).
  • Expertise in microservices, APIs, and system modernization.
  • 10+ years of experience in programming, database management, and software architecture.
  • Strong analytical skills and excellent communication abilities to bridge technical and business language.
  • A proactive leader who can inspire cross-functional teams.

  • Key Soft Skills:

  • Strong negotiation and influencing skills to advocate for innovative solutions.
  • Strategic thinking to architect groundbreaking technologies that align with business goals.
  • Ability to guide without authority, fostering collaboration and buy-in from stakeholders.
  • Coaching and mentoring to develop team capabilities.

Benefits & conditions

At Siemens Energy, you’ll receive extensive training, continuous learning opportunities, and the support of experienced colleagues and mentors. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, flexible ways of working, and excellent opportunities for professional and career development, both nationally and internationally. You’ll also enjoy additional time off during Easter, the Christmas holiday period, and selected bridge days, as well as the opportunity to participate in Siemens’ employee share program. Ready to make an impact? Don’t hesitate - apply via or , id nr 290079 not later than 13.09.2026 Ongoing selection is applied, the role might be filled before last application date. We do background checks as a part of our recruitment process.

About the company

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With +100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world’s electricity generation. Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation. Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: Our Commitment to Diversity Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity, we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character - no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

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