Software Architect

About the role

As a Software Architect / Solutions Architect at Air Apps, you will be responsible for defining and overseeing the overall system architecture for our AI-powered platform. You will collaborate with engineering teams, product managers, and stakeholders to design scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions that align with business objectives. You will play a key role in shaping our technology strategy, evaluating new tools and frameworks, and ensuring best practices in software design, cloud infrastructure, and system integration. This is a fully onsite position , based at our office in Lisbon, where you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in person and contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced environment. We are open to support with relocation efforts.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the overall architecture and system design for scalable and efficient software solutions.
• Provide technical leadership to engineering teams, guiding them in best practices for architecture, coding, and system scalability.
• Design and document high-level system diagrams, data flows, and API structures .
• Evaluate and recommend technologies, frameworks, and cloud services to optimize performance, security, and cost-efficiency.
• Ensure high availability, fault tolerance, and security in all architectural decisions.
• Oversee system integrations , including microservices, APIs, and third-party services.
• Work closely with DevOps and SRE teams to ensure smooth deployment and operational reliability.
• Establish coding and architecture standards , ensuring maintainability and scalability of codebases.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks , ensuring system resilience and future scalability.
• Conduct architecture reviews and performance audits to continuously improve system efficiency.

Requirements

• Around 6+ years of experience in software development and architecture .
• Strong expertise in system design, cloud computing, and microservices architecture .
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform) and cloud-native architectures.
• Proficiency in backend technologies (e.g., Node.js, Python, Java, .NET) and experience with modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue).
• Knowledge of databases (SQL and NoSQL), caching strategies, and data pipelines.
• Experience with event-driven architectures, API design, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of security best practices, identity management, and encryption techniques .
• Ability to evaluate trade-offs in architectural decisions, balancing scalability, cost, and complexity.
• Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation) .
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex architectural concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• What benefits are we offering?
• Apple hardware ecosystem for work.
• Annual Bonus
• Top-tier Health and Life Insurance for peace of mind.
• Transportation Budget to support your commute needs.
• Coverflex benefits package for meal allowances, well-being, and more.
• Childcare support.
• Air Conference - an opportunity to meet the team, collaborate, and grow together.
• Pension Fund to support your long-term financial planning.
• Urban Sports Club membership to keep you active.
• Meals 100% free at the hub.
• Diversity & Inclusion
• At Air Apps, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We enthusiastically welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and believe that varied voices and experiences make us stronger.
• Application Disclaimer
• At Air Apps, we value transparency and integrity in our hiring process. Applicants must submit their own work without any AI-generated assistance. Any use of AI in application materials, assessments, or interviews will result in disqualification.

Benefits

Additional Information

About Air Apps At Air Apps, we believe in thinking bigger-and moving faster. We're a family-founded company on a mission to create the world's first AI-powered Personal & Entrepreneurial Resource Planner (PRP), and we need your passion and ambition to help us change how people plan, work, and live. Born in Lisbon, Portugal, in 2018-and now with offices in both Lisbon and San Francisco-we've remained self-funded while reaching over 100 million downloads worldwide. Our long-term focus drives us to challenge the status quo every day, pushing the boundaries of AI-driven solutions that truly make a difference. Here, you'll be a creative force, shaping products that empower people across the globe. Join us on this journey to redefine resource management-and change lives along the way.

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