Overview
Software Architect - Mountain at SKIDATA is responsible for accelerating the evolution of our Summit mountain access solutions, tackling legacy systems, and shaping new ways forward. If you’re driven by challenge, passionate about development, and eager to influence a key product’s future, this is your chance to step up and make an impact.
What You’ll Do
Take Technical Ownership: Define and continuously evolve the architecture roadmap for our Summit product – the foundation of mountain access systems.
Be a Change Agent: Guide a highly experienced development team through a cultural and technical shift toward modern software practices.
Build Bridges: Improve collaboration, feedback, and shared accountability.
Document and Structure: Establish clear, reliable technical documentation - your structure will be the backbone of future development.
Provide Technical Guidance: Act as a senior expert by mentoring developers, sharing best practices, and ensuring alignment with SKIDATA’s architectural standards.
Stay Hands-On: Develop alongside the team when needed – this is not an ivory tower role.
What You Bring
A university degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in architecture or senior design roles.
Strong experience with Microsoft technologies (.NET / C#), SQL databases (ideally Microsoft SQL Server), and web technologies.
Solid understanding of modern software design principles (SOLID, modularization, maintainability).
Experience modernizing legacy systems and improving code testability.
Deep knowledge of software security best practices (e.g., encryption, authentication).
Agile mindset and hands-on experience with methods like Scrum or Kanban.
Strong communication and leadership skills – including mentoring and giving constructive feedback.
Fluency in English and at least B2-level proficiency in German are required.
A strategic thinker with a passion for high-quality software, ready to create real impact in a legacy-rich environment.
Location: Wals-Siezenheim, Salzburg, Austria • Employment type: Full-time • Seniority: Not Applicable
What You Can Expect
Achieve a better work-life balance with our flexible hybrid work model and adaptable schedules.
Join an Industry Leader: Contribute to a company that’s been setting the standard in innovation for over 46 years, and help shape the future of access solutions.
Stay Active and Sustainable: Join our Job Bike Leasing Program to support a healthier lifestyle and make use of electric vehicle charging stations in our parking area.
Connect Globally: Work alongside an international team of specialists, share knowledge across borders, and build your global network.
Join us today and be part of shaping the future of mountain access systems!
Innovative solutions at the cutting edge, a dynamic and forward-thinking work environment, and diverse opportunities – welcome to the world of SKIDATA. When you join our SKIDATA team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 62,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries.
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