Senior Architect, Cloud Applications (m/f/d)

At WSA, we combine deep audiological insight with advanced engineering to create hearing solutions that truly make a difference. Our work bridges science and technology—translating complex challenges into meaningful user experiences that improve people’s lives.

As part of our global R&D organization, you’ll contribute to shaping the future of our digital ecosystem by defining and driving modern cloud and hybrid application architectures. If you are motivated by solving complex system challenges, leading cross‑functional teams, and delivering scalable, high‑quality solutions in a regulated environment, you will find both purpose and impact here at WSA.

The Team

You will be part of the OneWSA Cloud initiative, a long‑term strategic program aimed at creating a unified and simplified ecosystem for hearing care professionals. Today, multiple fitting solutions and services coexist; our ambition is to streamline these into a cohesive platform over the coming years.

Within this context, you will work closely with globally distributed teams across browser applications, backend services, device software (eSW), CIAM, and DevOps. Collaboration across cultures, disciplines, and locations is at the heart of how we deliver.

What you will do

As a Senior Architect, Cloud Applications, you will play a key role in defining and driving the architecture of cloud‑native and hybrid applications, with a particular focus on enabling offline capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Driving the transformation toward an offline-first architecture , ensuring seamless user experience regardless of connectivity.
• Leading software architecture initiatives for web and hybrid applications with a local PC footprint.
• Ensuring architectural consistency and alignment across frontend, backend, device, and local components.
• Guiding and mentoring development teams, providing direction on technologies, design decisions, and best practices.
• Aligning multiple teams across global R&D to ensure cohesive implementation and delivery.
• Managing technical dependencies, risks, and trade‑offs related to performance, scalability, and compliance.
• Preparing clear, decision‑ready technical insights for stakeholders and leadership.
• Evaluating modern technologies such as WebAssembly and AI tools to improve efficiency and innovation.

Your background

We imagine that you hold a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, and bring extensive experience in software architecture and technical leadership within complex environments.

Experience

• Strong experience in software architecture, particularly for web and hybrid applications.
• Proven experience as a Technical Lead or Architect guiding multiple teams across locations.
• Solid knowledge of cloud technologies and distributed systems.
• Experience with Agile software development methodologies.
• Experience working in globally distributed and multi‑cultural teams.
• Experience with offline‑capable systems or synchronization solutions is a strong advantage.
• Familiarity with WebAssembly is considered a plus.
• Experience in medical device development or other regulated industries is beneficial.

Personal competencies

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to align diverse teams.
• Analytical and structured mindset with strong problem‑solving capabilities.
• Ability to navigate complexity and drive clarity across technical and organizational boundaries.
• Proactive and self‑driven, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Collaborative and culturally aware, thriving in global team environments.
• Comfortable making decisions and balancing trade‑offs in a fast‑paced, regulated setting.

Who we are

At WSA, we provide innovative hearing aids and hearing health services.

Together with our 12,000 colleagues in 130 countries, we invite you to help unlock human potential by bringing back hearing for millions of people around the world.

With us, you will become part of a truly global company where we care for one another, welcome diversity and celebrate our successes.

Sounds wonderful? We can't wait to hear from you.

Equal‑Employment‑Opportunity Statement

WSA is an equal‑opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for all. Regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status we firmly believe that our work is at its best when everyone feels free to be their most authentic self.