IT Architect

About Läderach

We are the Swiss chocolate manufactory Läderach, founded in 1962 and today a family company with over 3000 employees from more than 80 countries. Our headquarters are located in the picturesque canton of Glarus, where we produce high-quality, fresh chocolate and constantly develop new creative ideas in agile teams. In our Corporate Functions business unit, we bundle various activities, including Finance and IT services, as well as Marketing and Human Resources. We offer an exciting work environment with a high degree of personal responsibility, an open feedback culture, internal and external training opportunities, and attractive employee discounts.

Role & Responsibilities

Our tech stack:

• API
• AWS
• Architect
• Azure
• CI/CD
• Cloud
• DevOps
• GCP
• Marketing
• Product Owner
• microservices

Your responsibilities are:

• Develop the technical target architecture for platforms, cloud integrations, APIs, and IT infrastructure.
• Define and maintain technical architecture principles to reduce complexity and technological diversity.
• Create and maintain architecture models and system maps.
• Lead technical architecture and solution reviews for APIs, interfaces, operating concepts, and scaling.
• Advise project teams and Technical Product Owner on solution design, technology selection, and integration approaches.
• Evaluate manufacturer tools and integration partners and support sourcing decisions.
• Support platform and operating strategies such as automation, CI/CD, and monitoring.

Requirements

• Completed degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or comparable qualification.
• Several years of professional experience as a Technical Architect, Software Architect, or in a comparable role.
• Deep understanding of modern technologies such as Cloud, API, Design Integration, DevOps, and Microservices.
• Experience with at least one major cloud platform such as Azure, AWS, or GCP.
• Proficient in using architecture frameworks.
• Clear and convincing communication skills as well as strong moderation skills.
• Experience in an international environment and in cross-functional teams.
• Identification with the values of Läderach.
• Very good German and English language skills.

Benefits & Perks

• Internal and external training opportunities
• Employee discounts