Development Architect (F/M/X)

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

• Our Development & Data Factory team is integrated in the Digital Technology (DT) department.
• As a Development Architect, you will ensure the robustness, scalability, and efficiency of the organization’s data platforms and technical architectures by designing and optimizing data and system structures.
• You will be accountable for:
  • Defining and maintaining the organization's data architecture to align with business goals.
  • Providing software engineering and data engineering technical leadership and advice within the Development & Data Factory CoE.
  • Designing scalable, secure, and efficient system architectures to support enterprise applications.
  • Collaborating with development and engineering teams to establish best practices for data modeling and system integration.
  • Ensuring compliance with governance policies and regulatory standards in data management.
  • Creating technical and data strategies and roadmaps, and providing input into the Enterprise Architecture-lead DT strategy.
  • Collaborating and participating in the overall DT architecture community.
• We offer a permanent contract based on a hybrid working mode.

About you

• Relevant education degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Data Architecture, Software Engineering, or a comparable field.
• Relevant work experience in Data Architecture or Technical Development.
• Competencies:
  • Expert in designing and implementing scalable and efficient data architectures to support enterprise-level data and application requirements.
  • Deep knowledge of database systems, data modeling techniques, and modern data platforms, including cloud-based solutions such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Extensive expertise in integrating data and systems using APIs, ETL pipelines, and middleware technologies to ensure seamless interoperability.
  • Expert at driving innovation and providing consultancy and specialist advice to the community of architects as well as the Development & Data Factory.
  • Advanced proficiency in creating technical designs and architectural documentation aligned with organizational and business goals.
• Behaviors:
  • Visionary thinking to design innovative and future-proof architectures.
  • Strong attention to detail to ensure the accuracy and reliability of architectural designs.
  • Collaborative mindset to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
  • Effective communication to convey complex technical concepts to varied audiences.

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the primary country (Portugal) base pay reasonably expected for this role is 46 720 euros to 73 000 euros, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses.

About us

• While the preferred location for this position is Lisbon, Portugal, we might be able to consider other Solvay locations.

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.