Senior Software Architect
AlongsidePorto, Portugal
Posted October 1, 2025
Contract / Temporary
About the Company
Our client is a leading provider of secure identity management solutions for governmental clients worldwide.
Job Description
Our client is seeking a Senior Software Architect to lead the design and evolution of their identity management platform. The role requires deep expertise in enterprise architecture, system integration, and secure software design. The ideal candidate will provide technical direction, drive architectural decisions, and ensure their platform meets both business and technical goals. They are looking for a leader to drive architectural decisions and ensure that the platform meets both business and technical goals.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years in a senior architectural role
- Proven expertise in large-scale enterprise architecture, preferably in identity, security, or document management systems
- Strong experience with microservices, APIs and event-driven design
- Proficient Java, experience with Python (C# or Go are a plus)
- Hands-on knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, Git, CI/CD tools, and infrastructure-as-code principles
- Familiarity with messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ or others) and data modeling (SQL & NoSQL)
- Deep understanding of secure coding, IAM protocols, and compliance frameworks
- Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills
- Fluent in English
