Lead Solution Architect – Airports
Core
Lead the design of integrated airport technology solutions covering passenger processing, baggage handling, and operational systems to ensure 24/7 safety-critical operations.
Role type
Senior Solution Architect (Aviation/Airport)
Builds
Integrated airport technology solutions (passenger processing, baggage handling, operational systems) and integration architectures connecting airlines, airports, and government.
Domain
Aviation / Airport Operations / Critical Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Enterprise architecture design, Airport operational systems knowledge (AODB, RMS, FIDS, BHS, CUPPS/CUSS/CUTE), Cloud architecture (Azure/AWS/GCP), Integration patterns (APIs, ESB, iPaaS), Cyber security by design, Stakeholder management, Technical leadership, Risk management, Commercial estimation
Preferred skills
TOGAF or cloud architecture certifications, Airport-specific standards (IATA, ACI, A-CDM), Large-scale terminal expansion experience, Managed-services operating models, OT/SCADA/IoT integration
Technologies
Azure, AWS, GCP, APIs, ESB, iPaaS, AODB, RMS, FIDS, BHS, CUPPS, CUSS, CUTE, IATA messaging
Responsibilities
Define target architectures and roadmaps for applications, data, integration, and infrastructure; Produce high-level and low-level design artefacts and architecture decision records; Design integration architectures connecting heterogeneous systems; Act as senior technical authority across the engagement lifecycle; Lead and mentor a team of solution and domain architects; Build trusted-advisor relationships with airport executives and stakeholders
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities