ResponsibilitiesDesign and architect scalable, secure, and resilient infrastructure solutions across cloud, hybrid, and on‑premises environments.Develop technical architecture documentation, including system diagrams, data flows, and integration patterns.Define and maintain architecture standards, best practices, and governance frameworks.Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies and tools to enhance operational efficiency.Oversee the implementation of infrastructure solutions to ensure alignment with approved designs.Monitor system performance and recommend optimization strategies.Drive continuous improvement initiatives across infrastructure platforms.Ensure solutions support disaster recovery, business continuity, and high availability requirements.Technical LeadershipLead proof‑of‑concept initiatives for new technologies.Review and approve technical designs from engineering teams.Serve as escalation point for complex technical challenges.Strategic PlanningCollaborate with Infrastructure and Operations leadership to develop long‑term technology roadmaps.Translate business requirements into technical solutions and implementation strategies.Conduct feasibility studies and cost‑benefit analyses for proposed solutions.Align infrastructure architecture with enterprise security and compliance requirements.Stakeholder EngagementPartner with Application Development, Security, and Business Unit teams to understand requirements.Present architecture proposals and recommendations to senior leadership.Act as liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders.Facilitate architecture review boards and technical design sessions.Qualifications7+ years of experience in infrastructure, operations, or systems engineering roles, with at least 3+ years in solutions or technical architecture positions.Proven track record of designing and implementing enterprise‑scale infrastructure solutions.Deep expertise in cloud platforms and cloud‑native architectures.Strong knowledge of virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware) and containerization/orchestration tools (e.g., Kubernetes).Solid understanding of networking concepts and storage technologies.Proficiency in infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform and Ansible.Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and monitoring/observability tools.Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to convey complex technical concepts to non‑technical audiences.Fluency in English.Nice to HaveKnowledge of Zero Trust Architecture principles and implementation.Interest in Artificial Intelligence and enthusiasm for exploring how to integrate AI capabilities into infrastructure solutions.Passion for mentoring and knowledge sharing within the team and across the organization.Active participation in technology communities or contributions to open‑source projects.Compensation & Benefits12‑month contract with likelihood of extension up to five years.Opportunity to work in a diverse and international environment on a long‑term basis.50% working from home; 20 days working remotely from abroad per year.Modern office in central Basel with subsidised canteen.Contract start latest by September 2026, based in Basel, Switzerland.
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