System Architect, Smart Security & Automation
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Summary
A senior system architect defines end-to-end architectures (hardware, software, network, integration) for smart security and automation systems, translating business requirements into secure, scalable designs and supporting teams through integration, testing, and lifecycle upkeep. Core focus: enterprise/system architecture, microservices, API and integration patterns, databases (MSSQL), DevOps, an
Key Responsibilities
- Define overall system architecture, including hardware, software, network, and integration components
- Translate business and operational requirements into scalable, secure, and resilient system designs
- Develop architecture diagrams, design specifications, and technical standards
- Lead system design reviews and ensure alignment with enterprise architecture principles
- Evaluate and select technologies, platforms, and products (e.g. OS, virtualization, databases, middleware)
- Ensure system designs comply with cybersecurity, data protection, and regulatory requirements
- Provide technical guidance to project teams, vendors, and stakeholders
- Support system integration, testing, commissioning, and handover activities
- Identify technical risks and define mitigation strategies
- Support lifecycle activities including upgrades, patching, and performance optimization
Requirements
- 12+ years’ experience in system or enterprise architecture.
- Proven experience designing distributed, cloud‑based, or hybrid systems.
- Knowledge of architecture standards (e.g. ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288, MID-STD-498, ISO/IEC/IEEE 42010) and system modeling techniques (e.g. UML, 4+1 Views, Domain-Driven Design)
- Strong understanding of microservices, architectural/design patterns, API design, integration patterns, and DevOps tools.
- Experience with databases (E.g. MSSQL) and data architecture.
- Familiarity with cybersecurity and secure‑by‑design principles.
- Knowledge in IT and data storage infrastructure will be a plus.