Senior System Architect

Location: Zurich, Switzerland

Work Model: Hybrid (3 days onsite per week)

Language: English (mandatory), German (advantageous)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced System Architect with over 10 years of hands-on experience in Java and Oracle technologies to drive solution design, integration architecture, and enterprise-grade system blueprints. The ideal candidate will ensure architectural integrity, reduce technical debt, and align technology solutions with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design scalable and sustainable architectural solutions within defined domains.
• Define subsystems, interfaces, and architectural runway for new business features.
• Ensure adherence to enterprise architecture and IT security standards.
• Collaborate with PMs, POs, and stakeholders to define NFRs and ensure implementation.
• Oversee application lifecycle management and support the architecture roadmap.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams for seamless integration.

Requirements:

• 10+ years in solution and integration architecture using Java, Oracle, and related technologies.
• Strong expertise in application integration, software architecture, and enterprise design principles.
• Solid understanding of Agile, DevOps, and Continuous Integration practices.
• Proficient in risk management, IT security, and operational resilience.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and documentation skills.

Preferred Background

• Strong knowledge of Oracle Application Integration Architecture (AIA).
• Experience in business architecture, requirements engineering, and service design.
• Relevant higher education in Computer Science, IT Architecture, or related field.