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    Ryanair

    Aviation

    Solutions Architect

    Swords, Dublin, IrelandHybridFull-time10+ yrs experiencePosted 3d ago
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    Job description

    • Define the high-level systems architecture and delivering best-in-class applications for Europe’s largest airline.
    • Map out business processes and identify gaps in current systems and opportunities for automation/digitalization.
    • Developing high quality, testable and performance software using agile practices.
    • Driving best technology and software development practices in the team with passion and enthusiasm.
    • Collaborate with analysts and business stakeholders in shaping, estimating and planning new requirements. Lead workshops with stakeholders.
    • Evaluate build-vs-buy options, assess vendor solutions, and support vendor selection and RFP processes, including technology evaluations and recommendations.
    • Participating in regular showcases of new work to the product owners and business stakeholders.
    • Recommend integration approach with enterprise platforms (e.g., HR, finance, procurement).
    • Striving for continuous improvement within the team.
    • Produce architecture documentation, data models, and system interface designs.
    • Work with project management to create a roadmap and phased delivery plan.
    • Guide development and integration teams during implementation.
    • Design solutions with scalability and performance in mind, ensuring compliance with security, data protection, and regulatory requirements.
    • Oversee the implementation and adherence to governance frameworks and standards.
    • Mitigate risks by designing resilient, maintainable architectures with built-in BCP and DR capabilities.
    • 10+ years’ experience as a Software Engineer in large-scale enterprise or aviation-related projects.
    • Experience working as a software architect or principal engineer
    • Expert knowledge in .NET
    • Excellent AWS knowledge
    • IT Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
    • Strong problem solving and analytical skills
    • Experience working on large applications and their underlying databases
    • Experience in system integration (APIs, middleware, data flows)
    • Problem solver – the ability to come up with unique solutions to unique problems
    • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
    • Drive technical excellence within engineering teams
    • Background in aviation, aerospace, or heavy engineering environments, knowledge of MRO systems (aircraft/engine maintenance, inventory, work package management) or familiarity with airline platforms would be a distinct advantage
    • Competitive salary
    • Discounted and unlimited travel to over 250 destinations
    • Defined Contribution Pension Scheme – Matched up to 5% or €5,000
    • Death in Service Benefit – Up to 2 times of annual basic salary
    • 20 Days Annual Leave – Increasing to 22 days after 12 months and 25 days after 3 years of continuous service.
    • Option for up to 5 additional unpaid leave days per year
    • Cycle 2 Work Scheme
    • Unrivalled career progression

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    Ryanair

    Ryanair is an Irish low-cost airline headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.

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