CareerPlan

Software Architect (f/m/d)

Aachen, NORDRHEIN_WESTFALENRemoteFull-time2026-08-03 → 2026-10-14

Core

Designing embedded application software for Hardware Security Modules (HSM) and managing offshore development teams to deliver security products for financial transactions, smart grid, and eHealth.

Role type

Senior Software Architect and Project Manager

Builds

Security-related applications on Hardware Security Modules (HSM) for financial transactions, smart grid, and eHealth

Domain

Embedded systems + Cryptography + Hardware Security Modules

Required skills

C programming, embedded systems development, applied cryptography, architectural design, offshore team management, secure coding practices, source code review, cryptographic test vector creation

Preferred skills

C++, Java, OpenSSL, ASN.1, PMP/PRINCE2 certification, German language proficiency

Technologies

C, C++, Java, OpenSSL, ASN.1, HSM (ADYTON, ASM)

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain architecture for system software of MeTS HSMs; Guide and support in-house and offshore development teams; Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an agile environment; Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of interface designs and security measures; Ensure software solutions adhere to industry standards for security and performance; Identify and resolve technical challenges related to MeTS HSM integration

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with project management responsibilities