Senior Systems & Software Architect

We are looking for experts in System Engineering and System Architectures with background and interest in distributed and networked systems.

Here is what we are looking for in detail: 

• 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.