Software Architect – T&A (Tools and Automation)

Job Description:

Inside of TADY’s CoC (Aircraft Systems Centre of Competence), Highly Integrated Systems (HIS) is a newly created organization (Domain) with specific responsibilities in Multisystem Architectures, Airborne Computing Platforms, IMA and Modular Integration, HW/SW Certification and Infrastructure and Digitalization, acting as Multisystem and IMA Design Office and providing transversal support and services to the whole System’s CoC. This organization has been created to evolve and prepare the CoC’s organization to the new challenges and paradigms in the Systems design, to attend current and future customer needs and to foster reuse, common strategies alignment, economy of scale, multisystem architectures and digitalization. The aim is to deliver cross-functional strategies, artefacts and support for the design, development and certification of Air Power systems by centralizing competencies, expertise and activities to act as Multisystem Design Office.

Tasks and Responsibilities

The Software Architect T&A shall be responsible for the Design, implement, and maintain a robust Python-based automation framework.

The responsibilities of the Software Architect for the Tools & Automation Team will be the following:

• Automation Framework Development:
  Design, implement, and maintain a robust Python-based automation framework used across multiple programs and environments. This includes defining architecture patterns, reusable components, libraries, and ensuring consistency, scalability, and maintainability across all automation projects.

• End-to-End Automation Lifecycle:
  Lead the full development lifecycle of automation solutions — from requirements gathering and design to implementation, testing, deployment, and release to the end customer.

• Software Design & Architecture:
  Define and enforce software design principles, coding standards, and architectural patterns (e.g., modular, hexagonal, and event-driven architectures).

• Programming & Scripting:
  Develop high-quality, production-grade code primarily in Python, complemented by strong Shell scripting (Bash/PowerShell) skills for system-level automation.

• Containerization & CI/CD Integration:
  Design and maintain Docker-based build environments and pipelines. Integrate automations into Jenkins CI/CD workflows, ensuring reliable build, test, and deployment processes.

• Code Quality & Testing:
  Promote automated testing practices, including unit, integration, and regression testing. Implement continuous integration strategies to ensure code quality and early detection of issues.

• Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:
  Work closely with internal customers and other DevOps teams to translate operational needs into software solutions.

• Documentation & Standards:
  Ensure that all developed tools and automations are properly documented — including architectural decisions, API contracts, and deployment procedures — maintaining traceability and compliance with engineering standards.

• Innovation & Continuous Improvement:
  Evaluate and integrate new technologies and methodologies to enhance the automation ecosystem.

Required Skills

• Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or similar, with relevant experience in software architecture and DevOps environments.

• 3+ years of experience in software development and architecture, ideally in automation or tooling domains.

• Advanced level of Python programming, including design patterns, object-oriented programming, and modular architectures.

• Strong experience with Shell scripting (Bash or PowerShell) for automation and integration tasks.

• Proficiency with Docker and containerized development environments.

• Experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (preferably Jenkins).

• Solid understanding of software architecture patterns, API design, and versioning strategies.

• Strong focus on code quality, testing, and maintainability.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a customer-oriented mindset.

• Ability to work autonomously while aligning with team objectives and long-term vision.

• English at negotiation level – German and/or French is a plus.

Additional valuable skills:

• Experience in microservices architecture and event-driven systems.

• Knowledge of infrastructure automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform) or orchestration platforms (e.g., Kubernetes).

• Familiarity with FastAPI, Flask, or similar Python backend frameworks.

• Experience with Git-based workflows, code review processes, and semantic versioning.

• Knowledge of API integration (e.g., REST APIs, SOAP APIs, RPC, etc.).

• Experience with logging, monitoring, and telemetry tools for automation health tracking.

• Exposure to domain-driven design (DDD) and hexagonal architecture principles.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset, focused on delivering durable, scalable solutions.

WHICH BENEFITS WILL YOU HAVE AS AIRBUS EMPLOYEE?

At Airbus we are focused on our employees and their welfare. Take a look at some of our social benefits:

• Vacation days and additional days-off along the year (+35 days off in total)

• Attractive salary and compensation package

• Hybrid model of working when possible, promoting the work-life balance

• Collective transport service in some sites

• Benefits such as health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan...

• On-site facilities (among others): free canteen, kindergarten, medical office

• Possibility to collaborate in different social and corporate social responsibility initiatives

• Excellent upskilling opportunities and great development prospects in a multicultural environment

• Special rates in products & benefits

WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT US?

Airbus is a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a worldwide scale, pioneering sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world.

With around 130,000 employees and as the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe and a worldwide leader, Airbus is at the forefront of the aviation industry, connecting people and places via air and space.

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Last but not least, the company has been awarded with the “Top Employers Spain 2025” certification and "Top Employers Europe 2025" by Top Employers Institute.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Defence and Space SAU

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Software Engineering

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At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.