The Role
As a Software Architect / Solutions Architect at Air Apps, you will be responsible for defining and overseeing the overall system architecture for our AI-powered platform. You will collaborate with engineering teams, product managers, and stakeholders to design scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions that align with business objectives.
You will play a key role in shaping our technology strategy, evaluating new tools and frameworks, and ensuring best practices in software design, cloud infrastructure, and system integration.
* This is a fully 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.
Responsibilities
* Define and maintain the overall architecture and system design for scalable and efficient software solutions.
* Provide technical leadership to engineering teams, guiding them in best practices for architecture, coding, and system scalability.
* Design and document high-level system diagrams, data flows, and API structures.
* Evaluate and recommend technologies, frameworks, and cloud services to optimize performance, security, and cost-efficiency.
* Ensure high availability, fault tolerance, and security in all architectural decisions.
* Oversee system integrations, including microservices, APIs, and third-party services.
* Work closely with DevOps and SRE teams to ensure smooth deployment and operational reliability.
* Establish coding and architecture standards, ensuring maintainability and scalability of codebases.
* Identify and mitigate technical risks, ensuring system resilience and future scalability.
* Conduct architecture reviews and performance audits to continuously improve system efficiency.
Requirements
* Around 6+ years of experience in software development and architecture.
* 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.
What benefits are we offering?
* Apple hardware ecosystem for work.
* Annual Bonus
* Top-tier Health and Life Insurance for peace of mind.
* Transportation Budget to support your commute needs.
* Coverflex benefits package for meal allowances, well-being, and more.
* Childcare support.
* Air Conference - an opportunity to meet the team, collaborate, and grow together.
* Pension Fund to support your long-term financial planning.
* Urban Sports Club membership to keep you active.
* Meals 100% free at the hub.
Diversity & Inclusion
At 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.
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