Solution Architect (all genders)

Your creative fieldWe are looking for two full-time, permanent Solution Architects to start as soon as possible. We're filling this role at two levels. See below where you recognise yourself. We live remote-first, but you have the freedom to choose whether you want to work hybrid or completely on-site due to your proximity to one of our locations.

You open your laptop in the morning and know that today will probably be different from what you planned. Maybe you're in a refinement session and realise halfway through that the proposed solution won't hold up at scale. Maybe a developer asks a question that makes you rethink a concept you thought was finished last week. Some days are structured, some aren't – but you know how to work with both.

This isn't a greenfield. At Contabo Group, two systems run in parallel: a PHP monolith with 15 years in production, grown across multiple teams and generations of decisions and a younger microservice system with a message broker built over the last few years. Together they serve more than 250,000 customers worldwide. You know that a landscape like this has its own logic and that you don't redraw it from scratch, but take the time to understand it before you start changing it.

Your job is to develop this landscape further. That means retiring legacy systems where it makes sense, keeping the architecture clean even when there's business pressure to cut corners, and bringing teams along rather than issuing mandates. You own the solution architecture across software, infrastructure and networking – and you make sure decisions are made transparently, not in a vacuum. If you naturally share what you know, not because it's in the job description but because you understand that bad architecture eventually hits everyone – then this is likely the right place for you. 

What convinces usYour personality, paired with:  

Must have:
• Architectural knowledge for complex, distributed systems 
• Solid understanding of the hosting domain – you know what happens behind a VPS booking 
• Systems modelling with UML, C4, BPMN, ERD, or FMC (e.g. Drawio, Visio, Mermaid) 
• 5+ years of experience, with 2+ years focused on architecture 
• Fluent in German and English 
 
Should have: 
• Experience with Kubernetes, Ansible, or comparable IaC tools 
• Some or deep experience migrating monolithic systems to microservices 
• Mentoring background 
 
Nice to have: 
• AI tools in everyday development (e.g. Claude Code) 
 
We're filling this role at two levels. See where you recognise yourself: 
 
Senior - You own the full architecture responsibility and set the standard for all teams. 
7+ years of experience, 2+ in the industry
Full ownership of architecture & governance
You define processes and drive them with the team
Deepexpertisein scaling, resilience, and redundancy
Proactive mentoring of all engineers

Mid-Level - You grow into architectural responsibility – with real scope and clear support. 
5+ years of experience, 2+ years with architecture focus
Co-design solution architecture with senior support
Gradually take on governance responsibilities
Interest in mentoring and knowledge sharing
Openness to learningnew technologies

 
We know that you may not currently meet all the requirements. But if you come to us with the right amount of commitment and enthusiasm, we can take off together and make a big difference. 

Awesome ProspectsAt Contabo, we are constantly evolving. Our growth creates space for new ideas, ownership, and real impact for people who want to make a difference.
What defines us is trust, direct communication, and an open feedback culture. We believe the best solutions are built together and that everyone has the opportunity to contribute, grow, and leave their own footprint. 

Additionally, we offer: 
Work the way that fits your life – Remote or hybrid with flexible hours for a healthy work-life balance and the same technical equipment at home as in the office
Experience real freedom – Workation across the EU and in our summer office in Mallorca
Stay active and healthy – Access to EGYM Wellpass and thousands of fitness and wellness facilities
Enjoy exclusiveperks – Attractive discounts on many products and services through our corporate benefits program
Recharge your energy – 30 days of vacation plus additional days off on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve
Give back – An extra day off to get involved in social activities through our Volunteer Day
Make an impact – Take ownership and bring your ideas to life with real creative freedom
Keep growing – Individual professional and personal development opportunities in an innovative tech environment
Feel comfortable where you work – Modern, conveniently located offices across our European locations
Be part of a diverse team – Work in an international environment shaped by diversity
Create lasting memories – Company events and team activities you won’t forget

How to reach usIf you have any questions you can reach Alina by phone at +49 (0) 89 244 106 7714.
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