Software Architect

About Galaxus

The culture at Galaxus is based on our values: cooperative, innovative, piratical, self-reliant, and ambitious. We celebrate clear feedback that gives everyone the chance to go their own way and develop through great successes and mistakes made. "Grow with us. Be brave, stay real." is the mantra that inspires transparency and strengthens a culture of openness and knowledge sharing.

As a leading Swiss e-commerce platform, with a team of over 3,000 employees in Switzerland, Germany, and Serbia, Galaxus is on its way into new markets. We are looking for talents who know that diversity is the key to growth and success. Being brave and unconventional is not only encouraged here – it is the DNA of our brand.

As a Software Architect for Team Double-O-Seven, you are responsible for one of the most important core processes: creating an order. We are looking for an architect with a high sense of responsibility, drive, excellent communication skills, and a strong technical foundation.

Your Tasks

• You coach Software Engineers and have the social skills to convey complex content and concepts understandably.
• In the role of Software Engineer, you help with the effective and efficient implementation of requirements, focusing on clean code, sustainable architecture, and appropriate test coverage.
• You maintain a close relationship with the Domain Architect to improve your skills, apply the latest techniques, and identify weaknesses in your architecture.
• You take technical responsibility for the successful implementation of demanding software projects and support the Solution Architects.

Your Skills

• You have a strong track record as a hands-on Software Engineer in the design and implementation of complex solutions with at least 2 years of experience in a Software Architect role.
• You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science (ETH/UNI/FH) or have sufficient relevant professional experience.
• You have excellent knowledge of C# and the .NET Framework or have a comparable background.
• You possess in-depth knowledge of Event-Driven Architecture, ideally with practical experience in CQRS patterns, message brokers like Kafka, and the implementation of read models.
• You have experience in the practical application of Domain-Driven Design concepts and are familiar with the principles of agile software development.
• Good German language skills (B1 or higher) are an advantage, but not a must.

Our Values

Our values – cooperative, innovative, piratical, self-reliant, and ambitious – form the basis of our journey.

Culture is Everything

• Your courage and innovative spirit are valued here. We question conventional wisdom and welcome those who dare to think differently.
• Simplicity is our core. We avoid the unnecessary and focus on what really matters – your development, our shared successes, and mastering challenges.
• We believe that innovation and creativity thrive in an environment where flexibility and freedom can be lived. We offer home-office options, up to 8 weeks of Workation, and each position is possible in an 80-100% workload.
• Flexibility and Freedom:
• For us, growth is a continuous journey. So that you can also grow, we provide you with resources each year for your further development.

Participate in our diverse employee events such as hiking, skiing, boating on the Limmat, LAN parties, or Friday night drinks and get involved in our community if you are interested.

Benefit from our employee conditions in our online shop, 25 days of vacation, Galaxus Mobile at a preferential price, and much more.

At Galaxus, we foster talent by bringing together people from diverse backgrounds to form the best team. We stand for equal treatment and opportunities for all, regardless of ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, gender, gender identity, age, disability, or any other status. Diversity is our fuel for innovation and a culture of openness and collaboration.