Techlead & Solution Architect

About

At novu ag we are looking for a Architect engineer!

Our tech stack:

• Laravel
• Vue
• Symfony
• Statamic
• JavaScript
• NuxtJS
• PHP
• Shopware
• Architect

Requirements

• You are an experienced architect of web solutions – whether Laravel, Symfony or another solid foundation, the main thing is that you understand the mechanics behind it.
• Proficient with frontend frameworks, preferably Vue.js – and you know when which tool makes sense.
• Extensive experience in the conception of system architectures, integrations (APIs, shop systems (Shopware), Headless CMS) and cloud environments.
• You think not only in code, but also in solutions: scalability, security, and sustainability are not buzzwords for you, but daily practice.
• You enjoy technically leading teams, sharing knowledge, and setting high standards together.
• Fluent German.
• You are prepared to come to the office in Zurich or Bern regularly for customer meetings and internal coordination.

Your responsibilities are:

Do you want to build solutions that last, not just write code? At novu, we are looking for someone who understands complex requirements, designs smart architectures, and strengthens our dev team technically and personally. If you want to take responsibility, shape projects from start to finish, and have fun in the team, you are in the right place.

• In this key role, you will take on technical responsibility in projects: from architecture to quality assurance, leading a dev team.
• In close cooperation with project managers, you will develop concepts and decision-making bases that safely guide both customers and our teams through the project.
• You will coach and support developers, introduce best practices, and set standards.
• You will evaluate new technologies and ensure that our solutions remain future-proof.
• You will maintain the balance between hands-on coding and strategic foresight.
• You will translate complex requirements into smart, usable products.

Benefits & perks that we offer:

• 40-hour work week
• 5 weeks (25 days) vacation
• Coffee, tea, Beer
• Flexible work time
• Team social events
• Snacks & drinks
• Choose your hardware
• Company parking
• Cool office
• Part-time possible
• Standing desk
• Home office / Remote 3 days per week
• Hybrid work

More about us and the role:

What we offer:

• Enjoyment of quality. Our products work, look good, and provide users with a positive experience. All of this requires the highest quality in every step of the work.
• Gain experience in a young business. Decisions here are formative and influence our success. You have a say here and can make a big impact.
• Fun at work. We are honest and open with each other. We support and motivate each other. It still helps if you can take (and give) a joke now and then.
• Always up to date. We value and promote the use of new technologies. If you have a cool idea, you will also get time for it.
• Flexible working hours. We don't have many restrictions on work-life balance, as long as it's in line with the projects.
• Enough coffee to keep your pulse up even on a rainy day. We can do latte art – hearts, cacti, run-over snails, and much more...

What we need from you:

Your meaningful CV, including your best projects and references from previous experiences (professional and/or private), certificates, and we look forward to a cover letter to find out what drives you and whether you tick just as crazy as we do.

We want to fill this position without the support of an external personnel service provider.