Senior/Lead Software Engineer / Solution Architect

Addepto is a leading AI consulting (https://addepto.com/ai-consulting/) and data engineering (https://addepto.com/data-engineering-services/) company that builds scalable, ROI-focused AI solutions for some of the world's largest enterprises and pioneering startups, including Rolls Royce, Continental, Porsche, ABB, and WGU. With an exclusive focus on Artificial Intelligence and Big Data, Addepto helps organizations unlock the full potential of their data through systems designed for measurable business impact and long-term growth.

The company's work extends beyond client engagements. Drawing from real-world challenges and insights, Addepto has developed its own product - ContextClue - and actively contributes open-source solutions to the AI community. This commitment to transforming practical experience into scalable innovation has earned Addepto recognition by Forbes as one of the top 10 AI consulting companies worldwide.

As part of KMS Technology, a US-based global technology group, Addepto combines deep AI specialization with enterprise-scale delivery capabilities—enabling the partnership to move clients from AI experimentation to production impact, securely and at scale.

We are looking for a visionary and hands-on Solution Architect to design and guide the implementation of robust, scalable, and secure software solutions. This role requires a deep understanding of both modern and legacy architectures, with a strong emphasis on integrating disparate systems and leveraging cloud-native technologies. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between business requirements and technical execution, ensuring our solutions are aligned with strategic goals and best practices.

🚀 Your main responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of end-to-end architectural solutions, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture standards, business requirements, and technology strategy.

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams throughout the project lifecycle, from conception to deployment.

• Evaluate and recommend appropriate technologies, tools, and platforms to solve complex business problems, considering both cost and long-term viability.

• Design and oversee the integration of diverse systems, including legacy platforms (WebLogic, IBM MQ) and modern cloud services.

• Champion Domain-Driven Design principles to ensure solutions are modular, maintainable, and reflect core business domains.

• Drive the adoption and optimal utilization of Microsoft Azure services, including Application Gateway and Redis, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security.

• Design and implement event streaming solutions using Kafka, fostering asynchronous communication and real-time data processing.

• Leverage Kubernetes for container orchestration, ensuring efficient deployment, scaling, and management of microservices.

• Define performance and scalability requirements and ensure architectural designs meet these non-functional criteria.

• Create and maintain comprehensive architectural documentation, including design specifications, diagrams, and technical standards.

• Mentor and guide junior architects and developers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.

• Effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

🎯 What you'll need to succeed in this role:

• At least 8+ years of proven commercial experience with Java development and strong proficiency in Oracle database technologies, including performance tuning and schema design.

• Extensive experience in designing and implementing solutions across both modern, cloud-native architectures and legacy systems.

• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure services, including but not limited to Azure Compute, Networking, Storage, Azure Application Gateway, and Azure Cache for Redis.

• Event streaming and messaging experience, strong understanding, and practical experience with Kafka for building event-driven architectures, as well as traditional messaging systems like IBM MQ.

• Solid experience with Kubernetes for deploying and managing containerized applications.

• Experience with WebLogic Server for deploying and managing enterprise Java applications.

• Expert knowledge of Domain-Driven Design (DDD) principles and their application in real-world projects.

• Experience designing RESTful APIs and other integration patterns.

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues across distributed systems.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly and concisely.

• Proven ability to lead and influence technical teams and stakeholders.

🎁 Discover our perks & benefits:

• Work in a supportive team of passionate enthusiasts of AI & Big Data.

• Engage with top-tier global enterprises and cutting-edge startups on international projects.

• Enjoy flexible work arrangements, allowing you to work remotely or from modern offices and coworking spaces.

• Accelerate your professional growth through career development paths, knowledge-sharing initiatives, language classes, and sponsored training and conferences. Benefit from partnerships with Databricks and Anthropic, which provide access to industry-leading training materials and certification programs.

• Participate in team-building events and utilize the integration budget.

• Celebrate work anniversaries, birthdays, and milestones.

• Access medical and sports packages, eye care, and well-being support services, including psychotherapy and coaching.

• Get full work equipment for optimal productivity, including a laptop and other necessary devices.

• With our backing, you can boost your personal brand by speaking at conferences, writing for our blog, or participating in meetups.

• Experience a smooth onboarding with a dedicated buddy, and start your journey in our friendly, supportive, and autonomous culture.