Job Description

Solution Architect (m/f/d) #CraftingTechSolutions #Cloud #Container

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Eschborn

Full time

Unlimited

Immediately

We are looking for a Solution Architect (m/f/d) to join our IT architecture team in

Eschborn, Neuenstein

(Hesse),

Bad Hersfeld

,

Kassel

or fully

remote

! You will be part of the GLS Group IT Solutions & Architecture unit which takes care of our microservice architecture, API products and web portals for international parcel logistics around the world.




As architect you will work on cloud-native and API-first solutions for our internal organization, partners and customers. You work closely with development teams to validate ideas in real systems and make robust design decisions. Architecture in our team is about enabling teams and shaping solutions that work in practice.

What can you expect with us?

Work closely with our agile product development teams to create applications that drive our global logistics network, like parcel routing APIs or Parcel Shop search Design and implement scalable microservice architectures based on our cloud-native platform stack (AWS, Kubernetes, Kafka) Design and implement cross-cutting concepts together with our development teams that improve how our systems run. From scalability and resilience to security, cost efficiency and observability Take ownership of solution architectures and collaborate closely with other architects and the Lead Architect on shared patterns, integrations and platform topics Enable engineers and IT architects across our global subsidiaries by sharing best practices and supporting teams in architectural discussions Build prototypes and explore new technologies to continuously improve our solutions

What do you bring to the table?

Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience Background in software development, ideally Java or another backend languages Solid understanding of patterns like event-driven architecture, API-first and domain-driven design Comfortable working with cloud and container architectures at a conceptual and practical level (AWS, Kubernetes) Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly, both in writing and in discussions Curiosity and motivation to grow architectural responsibility over time English proficiency; German is a plus.

What do we bring to the table?

Onboarding

Onboarding

We will provide you with a comprehensive onboarding, where you will get to know important points of contact.

Impact

Impact

The opportunity to actively contribute to the success of GLS and the appreciation of your work are part of our philosophy.

Great team

Great team

An open corporate culture is important to us. That's why a dedicated team is waiting for you, one that will welcome you warmly and be ready to help you.

Employee discounts via corporate benefits

Employee discounts via corporate benefits

You get versatile employee discounts at various online portals.

Attractive working environment

Attractive working environment

You can expect an attractive working environment close to top management with room for your own ideas, flat hierarchies and short decision-making paths.

Interested?

Take the first step and preferably apply via the Apply button. Benefit from our diverse career opportunities. We look forward to meeting you and are well prepared!

Who are we?

More than 800 million parcels worldwide, over 9,000 employees at around 70 locations nationwide - that's us: GLS Germany. One of the leading parcel service providers in Germany. Our mission? Whether it's filled shelves in shops or happy online shoppers - we make a valuable contribution by connecting people and places. Become part of our success story and shape the future with us!

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