Solutions Architect

Role Overview

• Updated, maintained, and release-ready NIRIS software baseline aligned with supported Java LTS releases.
• Developed, updated, or maintained unit tests and automated tests to verify implemented software changes.
• Updated and enhanced NIRIS logging functionality delivered in accordance with agreed requirements, assigned work items, technical guidance, and project priorities.
• Updated, maintained, and improved NIRIS interface and interoperability-related software components.
• Updated NIRIS software documentation set reflecting implemented software changes, configuration changes, interface updates, test support functionality, release related updates, and operational impacts.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of professional experience in software development, with a focus on full-stack systems.
• Demonstrated experience in working within Agile/Scrum environments, including participation in sprint planning, execution, and review activities.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in Java-based software development, including experience with modern frameworks and backend service development.
• At least 2 years of experience working with web technologies, including TypeScript and/or Angular-based front-end development.
• At least 2 years of experience working with software integration, including RESTful services, messaging systems, or data exchange interfaces.
• At least 2 years of experience working with near real-time or data-intensive systems, including data processing, filtering, and dissemination.
• At least 1 year of professional experience working with containerization technologies (e.g. Docker), including building, packaging, and deploying Linux-based containers.
• At least 3 years of experience with DevOps and CI/CD practices, including use of tools such as GitLab, automated pipelines, and artifact repositories.
• Demonstrable experience in software testing practices, including unit testing, integration testing, and, where applicable, automated testing.
• Experience in defining acceptance criteria, test scenarios, or validation approaches for software deliverables.
• Demonstrable knowledge or experience in interoperability and data exchange standards, particularly within defence or similar domains (knowledge of Tactical Data Links is mandatory).
• Experience working with distributed systems and multi-component architectures, including integration of multiple data sources.
• Familiarity with secure software development practices and working within controlled or regulated environments.
• The contractor personnel must be a national of a NATO member nation.

Tech Stack

• Angular
• Distributed Systems
• Docker
• Java
• Linux
• TypeScript

Benefits

• Not Applicable