Senior Solution Architect – Aerospace and Defense

IFS is a billion-dollar revenue company with 7000+ employees on all continents. Our leading AI technology is the backbone of our award-winning enterprise software solutions, enabling our customers to be their best when it really matters–at the Moment of Service™. Our commitment to internal AI adoption has allowed us to stay at the forefront of technological advancements, ensuring our colleagues can unlock their creativity and productivity, and our solutions are always cutting-edge.

At IFS, we’re flexible, we’re innovative, and we’re focused not only on how we can engage with our customers but on how we can make a real change and have a worldwide impact. We help solve some of society’s greatest challenges, fostering a better future through our agility, collaboration, and trust.

We celebrate diversity and understand our responsibility to reflect the diverse world we work in. We are committed to promoting an inclusive workforce that fully represents the many different cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints of our customers, our partners, and our communities. As a truly international company serving people from around the globe, we realize that our success is tantamount to the respect we have for those different points of view.

By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be part of a global, diverse environment; you will be joining a winning team with a commitment to sustainability; and a company where we get things done so that you can make a positive impact on the world.

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We are seeking a Senior Solution Architect specializing in Aerospace and Defense to join our team in Linköping, Sweden. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for designing and implementing cutting-edge solutions that meet the complex needs of our aerospace and defense clients.

• Develop and maintain enterprise-level solution architectures for aerospace and defense projects
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications
• Design scalable, secure, and efficient cloud-based solutions using platforms like AWS and Azure
• Lead the evaluation and integration of new technologies to enhance our product offerings
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior architects and development teams
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations in all solution designs
• Present complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Participate in pre-sales activities and contribute to proposal development
• Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in the aerospace and defense sector
• Readily discuss practical examples of unlocking customer value in a business context, in an impactful and relevant way (benchmarked, proven value)

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in solution architecture, with at least 5 years in the aerospace and defense industry
• Proven track record of successful large-scale project implementations
• Expertise in cloud computing platforms, particularly AWS and Azure
• Proficiency in systems engineering principles and software development methodologies
• Advanced skills in data modeling and analysis
• Excellent project management abilities
• In-depth understanding of aerospace and defense industry, including military systems and requirements
• Familiarity with relevant regulations and compliance standards in the defense sector
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities
• Ability to obtain and maintain necessary security clearances may be required

We embrace flexibility and hybrid work opportunities to support diverse needs and lifestyles, while also valuing inclusive workplace experiences. By fostering a sense of community, we drive innovation, strengthen connections, and nurture belonging. Our commitment ensures you can work in a way that suits you best, while also engaging with colleagues to share ideas and build meaningful relationships.