Solution Architect

Job DescriptionLooking to support our Team in Zurich which is launching a transformative initiative with one of our major Financial Institutions: the implementation of a scalable and efficient client billing solution. We are seeking a Project leader—someone who thrives in dynamic environments and is eager to make a significant impact on the future of banking. This is your opportunity to lead a high-stakes, complex project that combines technological excellence with strategic business objectives.Role:The Solution Architect will reinforce our Synechron Switzerland team in Zurich.Your responsibilities:Designing solid, scalable, and maintainable architecture that delivers an excellent user experience.Developing and overseeing key software components, including APIs and applications, to establish a reliable and extensible system foundation.Leading the integration of multiple applications and services to ensure seamless interoperability and project success.Providing continuous technical guidance and architectural leadership, fostering a culture of excellence that inspires the development team to deliver high-quality software solutions.Analyzing and creating the functional target architecture to ensure the application precisely meets user requirements and aligns with business goals.Collaborating closely with DevOps teams to integrate CI/CD pipelines, cloud deployments (Azure), and container orchestration (Kubernetes/AKS) into the overall solution architecture.Advocating for and implementing best practices around security, scalability, and performance in both cloud and on-premises environments.QualificationsYour profile and skills: You possess a degree in Technology or equivalent.You possess strong experience with the Java language, including familiarity with the Spring framework.You have proven expertise in REST APIs (including API design, versioning, and maintenance) and solid understanding of networking concepts.You demonstrate experience with SQL databases.You possess strong skills in DevOps practices, including experience with Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code.You are experienced in Azure cloud services and Microsoft technologies, including experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), App Services, Azure Functions, and related tools.You are experienced with containers and container orchestration, primarily Docker and Kubernetes.You are fluent in English, other languages will be considered a plus.You possess a valid Swiss work permit, or you are an EU national and willing to relocate to Switzerland. Additional InformationWhat we offer you:An enriching, dynamic, and stimulating professional experience.Professional stability with a long-term contract.A competitive salary package and referral bonuses.Monthly support to finance your lunches.The opportunity to be part of a multicultural, supportive, hardworking team driven by values.Up to 5 days of training per year.Free and unlimited access to our global E-learning platform -> Over 16,000 modules available.Annual license to access our banking/finance profession training platform to enhance your knowledge of various banking/financial professions and stay professionally updated.Support, proximity, regular feedback, and exceptional event.A certified working environment - GREAT PLACE TO WORK.If you believe you are the right candidate, please submit your application We look forward to receiving your application.SYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more. All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.