Software Architect (E-Mobility platform)

As a Software Architect at KOSTAL Group, your main responsibilities include designing the architecture for our cloud-based EV charging applications, driving the technical vision to ensure adaptability to future growth, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. You'll analyze business requirements, define data models, and mentor development teams, all while ensuring alignment with cloud-native best practices.

To be considered for the Software Architect position at KOSTAL Group, you need a university degree in Computer Sciences, Software Engineering, or a related field, along with over 3 years of experience as an architect in cloud-native environments. You should also have at least 5 years of software development experience in the Java/Spring ecosystem, and proficiency in Kubernetes is essential.

At KOSTAL Group, we value continuous learning and development. As a Software Architect, you'll have the opportunity to mentor other team members and participate in relevant architectural certifications. We encourage a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing, ensuring that you can continuously enhance your skills while contributing to exciting projects in the e-mobility sector.

A Software Architect at KOSTAL Group will work on the development of our cloud-based EV charging management systems, focusing on scalable and robust software architecture. You'll engage in strategic architecture projects, ensuring the system can efficiently handle future demands while collaborating with a talented team in a scaled agile environment.

Key skills for success as a Software Architect at KOSTAL Group include extensive experience in cloud-native architecture, proficiency in Java/Spring frameworks, and a strong understanding of microservices and distributed systems. An analytical mindset, excellent communication skills for conveying complex information, and the ability to collaborate effectively in international teams are also crucial.

When answering this question, share specific projects where you've utilized Java and Spring. Discuss how you implemented microservices and the impact your work had on system performance and scalability. Be prepared to mention any related frameworks or tools you've used, such as Spring Boot and Kubernetes.

Explain your approach to software testing, including load and performance testing methodologies. Describe any testing frameworks you’ve implemented in your projects and how maintaining software quality aligns with your architectural decisions.

In your response, provide an example of a complex problem you've faced. Describe the thought process you used to analyze the situation, the solutions you considered, and the final resolution. Highlight your analytical skills and teamwork capabilities in overcoming challenges.

Discuss your familiarity with agile methodologies, particularly how you’ve used frameworks like SAFe in past roles. Provide examples of how you’ve contributed to the agile practices in your teams, highlighting your flexibility and collaborative spirit.

Describe your mentoring philosophy and how you guide team members in understanding architectural concepts. Share specific examples of how you've helped others improve their skills and the positive outcomes that resulted.

Be prepared with a case study of a project where you played a key role. Explain the project goals, your contributions, the technologies used, and the results achieved. This demonstrates your leadership and architectural knowledge effectively.

Expand on your commitment to ongoing education. Mention any seminars, publications, or online platforms you frequently engage with to learn about new trends and technologies relevant to software architecture and e-mobility.

Outline your process for eliciting requirements, including stakeholder engagement. Describe how you translate these into use cases, pays attention to system interfaces and overall data modeling.

Discuss your strategies for simplifying technical concepts. Provide examples where you’ve successfully explained complex solutions to non-technical audiences, focusing on clarity and using visual aids when necessary.

Share genuine enthusiasm for KOSTAL Group's commitment to the e-mobility sector. Reflect on how your skills align with their mission and your desire to contribute to innovative solutions that lead the industry forward.