Senior System Architect

About the Job
Join the Automation Team at B&R, a member of the ABB Group, and take the next step in your career. As a Senior System Architect, you will be part of a global team driving the transformation of society and industry towards a more productive and sustainable future. At B&R, we promote diversity and inclusion across all aspects of our organization, advocating for individual differences.

In this role, you will design and develop a cohesive software and system ecosystem that includes an Integrated Development Environment (IDE), a runtime environment for industrial real-time devices, and a digital platform. You will closely collaborate with product teams (hardware and software) to ensure seamless integration of all components, enhancing usability and system performance.

Responsibilities:

• Define and enforce best practices in software architecture, design, firmware development, and system architecture to meet non-functional requirements such as performance, security, scalability, and maintainability.
• Apply scalable agile methodologies to facilitate collaborative and efficient teamwork, ensuring timely delivery of integrated solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders from various fields to gather and validate requirements, ensuring the software ecosystem meets diverse needs.
• Lead technological decision-making processes for individual products and the overall product portfolio, ensuring alignment with overarching business goals and technology standards.
• Stay updated on new technologies and methods that could benefit the ecosystem and drive continuous innovations and improvements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• 15-20 years of experience in software architecture, system design, system architecture, and embedded software development, with a comprehensive understanding of IDEs, runtime environments, and digital platforms.
• Proven ability to integrate complex software products into cohesive ecosystems, focusing on usability and performance optimization.
• Strong background in industrial automation, mechanical engineering, or the manufacturing industry, with practical technical experience in developing required system/software architectures for modern automation solutions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges and make informed decisions.
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills, allowing you to convey technical concepts effectively to non-technical audiences and influence stakeholders in a matrix organization.
• Familiarity with modern software development tools, languages, and frameworks, with a readiness to stay updated on industry trends and innovations.
• Exceptional writing and presentation skills in English; proficiency in German is a plus.

Additional Information:
At B&R, you can expect a challenging and exciting role with an individualized onboarding process. You will work in agile teams and have the opportunity to actively share and advance your ideas. We offer a flexible working model with options for home office and a balance between work and personal life.

Our unique B&R spirit is characterized by appreciation, respectful communication, and a family-like work culture. We provide tailored training programs and exciting development opportunities within the company, along with numerous additional benefits.

The minimum salary based on the collective agreement for the electrical and electronics industry is €4,623.87 gross/month, with readiness for overpayment depending on qualifications and experience.

B&R, part of ABB, is an innovative automation company with headquarters in Austria and locations around the globe, committed to developing, producing, and distributing industry electronics and software solutions, consistently exceeding customer expectations.

We look forward to receiving your application!