Software Architect / Technical Lead – R&D, Java | Heidelberg | €100,000

Software Architect / Technical Lead – R&D, Java | Heidelberg | €100,000 Join a well-established software company with over 40 years of success in building innovative solutions for retail, wholesale, and distribution. Their in-house software platform supports more than 35,000 users and is developed by a talented R&D team that’s now modernising their architecture and exploring cloud-native technologies. They’re looking for a Software Architect who can take a strategic view of the system, provide hands-on technical leadership, and grow into a Director of Engineering role over time. Your roleDesign and evolve the software architecture, helping shape the transition toward modern, cloud-based systemsLead and mentor a small, experienced development teamSupport complex customer integrations and 3rd-level technical issuesOversee CI/CD and help improve development and deployment workflows Your profileStrong background in software development (ideally Java / Spring Boot)Solid understanding of modern software architectures, microservices, and cloud environments (e.g. Kubernetes, Docker, AWS/Azure)Excellent German communication skillsPatient, structured, and curious - the environment is complex and takes time to master Why apply?Work in a stable, product-focused company with an R&D cultureHelp modernise a large-scale system used by thousands of businessesHybrid setup: the team lives in the Heidelberg region and mostly works from home, meeting in the office when needed There are limited interview slots available - apply now to secure your place. Keywords: Java, Spring Boot, Software Architecture, Microservices, Kubernetes, Cloud, CI/CD, SQL, ERP, Model-Driven Development