Senior Systems & Software Architect

We are expanding our teams in the satellite communications and systems engineering sector to take on challenging projects shaping the future of secure and connected communication systems.

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WHAT CHALLENGE WILL YOU BE TAKING ON?

In our team you will support the definition and evolution of technical roadmaps within the Satcom Operations & Testbeds domain.

Your main tasks will include:

• Lead systems and software architecture for communication systems, operational platforms and testbed environments, covering end-to-end solutions across space, ground and terrestrial segments.
• Drive technical solution design, development, integration, verification and deployment throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring architectural consistency and quality.
• Collaborate with GMV business units, technical experts and customers through technical reviews, workshops, project meetings and consortium activities.
• Support proposals, work package planning, innovation initiatives and technology assessments to shape future capabilities and business opportunities.
• Mentor engineers, promote knowledge sharing and represent GMV in relevant technical forums and communities.

• Strong background in software development and architecture, ideally with Python and/or C++, Linux environments, cloud-native technologies, containerized and distributed systems.
• Solid understanding of DevSecOps, CI/CD, infrastructure automation and modern software deployment practices.
• Knowledge of communication systems, networking, requirements engineering, interface management and verification.
• Significant professional experience in software-intensive, telecommunications, aerospace or related engineering environments, including the definition and implementation of technical architectures.
• Proven experience working in multidisciplinary engineering teams and contributing to technical proposals, bids and business development activities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with professional proficiency in English; German is a plus.

We will also value previous experience, and knowledge in:

• Satellite and optical communications, high-rate data transport, ground segment systems, communication testbeds and interoperability validation environments.
• Knowledge of secure networking, cyber-resilience, CCSDS standards, space communication protocols, 5G/6G, NTN and hybrid communication architectures, as well as MBSE, embedded systems and real-time software.
• Experience with ESA, DLR, EUMETSAT or other institutional programmes, Horizon Europe or collaborative R&D projects, combined with technical leadership in international teams or consortia.

Hybrid working model and 4 weeks per year of teleworking outside your usual geographical area.

Flexible start and finish times.

Personalized career plan development, training and language learning support.

National and international mobility. Do you come from another country? We can offer you a relocation package.

Competitive compensation with ongoing reviews, flexible compensation and discount on brands.

Wellbeing program: Health, dental and accident insurance; free fruit and coffee, physical, mental and financialhealth training, and much more!

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️We promote equal opportunities in recruitment, and we are committed to inclusion and diversity.