Principal Solution Architect

Our requirements

• 10+ years of experience in software or infrastructure engineering, solution architecture, pre-sales engineering, or technology consulting.
• Deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), data engineering pipelines, and AI/ML applications.
• Ability to translate complex technology into clear business impact and context
• Proven experience designing multi-cloud or hybrid architectures in enterprise environments.
• Strong familiarity with security, compliance, and data-governance requirements—especially in regulated industries (banking, insurance,, healthcare, energy).
• Excellent presentation and communication skills in German and English (C1 or higher).
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to building a growth business. .
• Willingness to travel across Germany and Switzerland to meet clients and partners.
• AI native mindset

Your responsibilities

• Lead technical discovery and design innovative solutions across AI, data, and cloud domains.
• Act as a trusted advisor to client executives, connecting technology strategy to business value.
• Shape and present proposals, architectures, and proofs of concept that differentiate STX Next in competitive pursuits.
• Collaborate with our delivery teams to scope, price, and mobilize projects aligned with client needs.
• Provide technical validation and solution assurance during all stages of client engagement
• Build relationships with key technology partners (AWS, Azure, GCP, and EU-sovereign cloud providers like STACKIT and Cloudferro).
• Contribute to thought leadership in the region—through client workshops, public speaking, and published insights.
• Champion a consultative, outcome-driven approach that aligns with STX Next’s AI and data strategy.

About the project

How We’ll Measure Success

• Technical contribution to local business growth in DACH.
• Positive client feedback and repeated engagements based on trusted technical advice.
• Quality and feasibility of solution architectures delivered to clients.
• Active participation in regional thought-leadership initiatives and partner ecosystems.
• Establishment of a foundation for a future local technical team.

What we offer

• Remote-First Flexibility: Work from where you feel most productive. We offer a remote-first environment with the freedom to set your own schedule in coordination with your team. Whether you need a midday break or a specific routine, we trust you to manage your time and deliver results while maintaining your personal well-being.
• Reimbursed private medical care (Medicover) and Multisport: We care about the health and well-being of our colleagues. Choose a sports card and dedicated medical care for yourself and your relatives.
• Leader’s support: Work with true enthusiasts and professionals who will support you along the way. You can count on leaders and experts who are willing to share their knowledge so that you too can join their ranks someday.
• Technology focus: Python and JavaScript are not our only strengths, we are also very good at React Native, IoT, Machine Learning, .Net, DevOps and Blockchain.
• Growth review: Junior, Regular or Senior? Every year we have a chance to discuss acquired skills and prepare a development plan for upcoming months.
• Events: Attend exciting internal webinars, celebrate special days with us, and join us at conferences and meetups as a listener or speaker!
• Workation: Team trips where you have a chance as a team not only to work together, but also integrate f2f.

Benefits

• sharing the costs of sports activities
• private medical care
• life insurance
• remote work opportunities
• flexible working time
• integration events
• computer available for private use
• corporate library
• no dress code
• video games at work
• coffee / tea
• drinks
• parking space for employees
• leisure zone

STX Next S.A.