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# Cloud & IoT Software Architect

- **Company:** iris-GmbH infrared & intelligent sensors
- **Location:** Berlin, Germany (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Cloud Computing, Continuous Integration, Data Architecture, Systems Integration, Cloud Platform System, Togaf, Event Driven Architecture, Containerization, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Enterprise Integration, Api Design, Domain Driven Design, Microservices
- **Published:** November 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.de/details/5952771243

## About the Role

* Extensive experience in the architecture of complex, distributed, and cloud-based systems
 * Experience in a cross-functional architecture role in which you have provided technical guidance and alignment to multiple architects or development teams
 * Proven experience in developing and implementing strategic architectural roadmaps for platforms or extensive product landscapes
 * In-depth knowledge of cloud and platform architectures, particularly scalability, reliability, integration, data architecture, and operating models
 * Experience with architectural approaches such as Domain-Driven Design, Event-Driven Architecture, microservices, and API-based integrations, as well as a keen understanding of their limitations
 * Strong knowledge of modern cloud technologies, container platforms, Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD, and observability at the conceptual and strategic levels
 * Experience with Security by Design and the security requirements for networked, business-critical systems
 * The ability to reconcile differing interests, drive decisions, and advocate for them across technical and organizational levels
 * Excellent German and English language skills, as well as a relevant degree, comparable training, or equivalent professional experience

Preferred

 * Experience with large, high-availability payment or transaction systems
 * Knowledge of multi-tenancy and on-premises deployment of cloud platforms
 * Experience with IoT, edge, or embedded systems
 * Experience consolidating legacy product and system landscapes
 * Knowledge of modern analytics and streaming architectures
 * An architecture certification, such as iSAQB or TOGAF

## Description

For our Berlin office, we are currently seeking a Cloud & IoT Software Architect (m/f/d) to start immediately.

Your Impact

 * You will develop the strategic architectural vision for our cloud platform and ensure its phased, sustainable implementation.
 * You'll make and advocate for cross-functional architectural decisions regarding platform structure, integration patterns, data sovereignty, scalability, and operating models.
 * You will define architectural principles and guidelines that provide direction for our teams and ensure a consistent platform architecture in the long term.
 * You will support and coordinate the architects across various products and domains and work with them to develop viable solutions.
 * You evaluate technological options and make-or-buy decisions based on strategic value, risks, costs, and future viability.
 * You will shape the further development of existing products into a unified platform, including multi-tenancy, on-premises capability, and secure integration.
 * You will incorporate security, compliance, availability, testability, and operability into the architecture from the very beginning.
 * You advise product management and executives on strategic initiatives and clearly communicate technical contexts and implications.