Project Overview
We are looking for an experienced Solution & Software Architect to provide architectural consulting for two strategic initiatives focused on platform scalability and AI-driven solutions.
The consultant will build upon existing strategic documentation, business requirements, and enterprise architecture guidelines to design robust, scalable, and future-proof solution architectures. The role requires close collaboration with business stakeholders, enterprise architects, and development teams to ensure architectural consistency across multiple systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Design scalable end-to-end solution architectures across complex system landscapes.
- Define software architecture for distributed applications and platform components.
- Develop architectural standards, integration patterns, interfaces, and design principles.
- Design a scalable platform architecture for scheduling optimization.
- Support the evolution of an existing conversational AI landscape by:
- Preparing architectural decisions.
- Guiding feature enhancements.
- Defining the target architecture for AI-driven solutions.
- Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture principles and technology standards.
- Translate business and technical requirements into implementable solution designs.
- Produce architectural documentation, diagrams, and technical specifications.
- Provide architectural guidance to development teams throughout implementation.
- Review solution designs and ensure architectural consistency across initiatives.
Required Skills & Experience
Must Have (Expert Level)
- Extensive experience in Solution & Software Architecture.
- Strong background in designing scalable, distributed applications and Data/AI solutions.
- Proven expertise in designing end-to-end solution architectures across complex system landscapes.
- Experience designing modular software architectures.
- Ability to translate business requirements into holistic solution designs and implementable software architectures.
- Proven ability to define and communicate architectural vision while guiding development teams.
- Strong understanding of enterprise architecture principles, integration patterns, and API design.
Nice to Have (Advanced Level)
- Experience designing and scaling platform-based solutions for mathematical optimization or scheduling optimization.
- Experience with cloud architecture, preferably Microsoft Azure.
- Experience with Lakehouse technologies and modern data platforms.
- Strong communication skills in English and good German.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with technical and business stakeholders.
Preferred
- Experience with AI/ML-based optimization solutions.
- Experience with conversational AI and chatbot frameworks, including LLM-based systems.
- Knowledge of modern AI architectures and AI integration patterns.
Technologies
Preferred experience with:
- Microsoft Azure
- Lakehouse/Data Platform technologies
- Distributed systems
- API & Integration Architecture
- AI/ML Platforms
- LLM-based conversational AI solutions
Profile
We are looking for a senior architect who combines strategic thinking with hands-on technical expertise and can drive architectural decisions across multiple initiatives. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in complex enterprise environments and has a proven track record of delivering scalable, cloud-based, and AI-enabled solution architectures.
Language Requirements
- English: Fluent
- German: Good (preferred)
Contract Type
- Freelance / External Consultant
