Description

Ciklum is looking for a Solution Architect to join our team in Spain.

We are a custom product engineering company that supports both multinational organizations and scaling startups to solve their most complex business challenges. With a global team of over 4,000 highly skilled developers, consultants, analysts and product owners, we engineer technology that redefines industries and shapes the way people live.

About the role:

We are seeking a Solution Architect to join our team, focusing on the Brand and Product Creation Foundation Technologies.

In this role, you will be instrumental in architecting scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions that support master data management, data streams, and reusable backend services. You will serve a dual function: leading architectural design and acting as a technical analyst to translate business needs into technical specifications.

Responsibilities

  • Architectural Design:
    • Design and document scalable, secure, and high-performing backend solutions using Java and AWS
    • Apply microservices and event-driven architecture patterns
    • Ensure compliance with architecture governance and documentation standards
    • Provide technical guidance to development teams, ensuring quality and consistency in implementation
  • Stakeholder Collaboration:
    • Engage with business and technical stakeholders to gather, analyze, and refine requirements
    • Lead whiteboarding and solution discovery sessions
    • Translate business needs into technical specifications and validate feasibility
  • Data-Centric Development:
    • Work across foundational services involving data streams, master data, and reusable backend capabilities
    • Ensure data integrity and lifecycle consistency across multiple systems
  • DevOps & Infrastructure:
    • Leverage containerization (Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines for smooth deployments
    • Integrate with messaging systems (Kafka preferred) and various storage solutions (SQL/NoSQL)
  • Leadership & Mentorship:
    • Guide developers, review designs, and support teams on architectural decisions
    • Ensure alignment with technical standards and delivery methodologies

Requirements

  • 5+ years in solution architecture design
  • 10+ years in hands-on Java backend development
  • Proven ability to serve as a Technical Analyst
  • Proficiency in Java, AWS (core services), and Kubernetes
  • Experience with data modeling, API design, and event-driven systems
  • Familiarity with CI/CD, messaging systems (Kafka), and storage architecture (SQL, NoSQL)
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
  • Proficiency in requirement gathering and technical documentation
  • Sharp analytical and problem-solving mindset
  • Fluent in English (written and spoken)

Desirable

  • Experience with data lakes, Elasticsearch, and infrastructure as code
  • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum or SAFe delivery frameworks
  • Certifications such as TOGAF, AWS, or other relevant architecture/delivery credentials

What's in it for you

  • Opportunity to work remotely from Spain, contributing to innovative projects for a globally recognized brand
  • Engage in a dynamic and collaborative work environment that values continuous learning and development
  • Be part of a team that is at the forefront of digital product innovation, shaping the future of brand and product creation technologies

About us:

At Ciklum, we are always exploring innovations, empowering each other to achieve more, and engineering solutions that matter. With us, youll work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to impactful projects, and be part of a One Team culture that values collaboration and progress.
Based in Málaga, our team thrives in one of Andalusia’s leading tech hubs. Enjoy a hybrid work setup, the sunny Mediterranean vibe, and endless opportunities to grow your skills on global-scale projects.
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