Software Architect (Land and Marine) | Ingenieur (m/w/d)

Northrop Grumman LITEF GmbH

Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published May 11, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As a Software Architect for Land and Marine applications, you will play a pivotal role in designing, conceptualizing, and evolving complex software systems for high-precision sensor technology. Your day-to-day responsibilities include defining software modules, communication structures, and interfaces, while ensuring strict adherence to quality standards and regulatory norms. You will lead architecture reviews, conduct risk analyses (FMEA), and develop robust test strategies to ensure reliability in extreme environments. Collaboration is at the heart of this role; you will work closely with product management, internal stakeholders, and customers to align architecture roadmaps with project goals. This position is ideal for an experienced professional looking to work on cutting-edge navigation and stabilization technology. You will benefit from a structured environment, competitive compensation under the metal and electrical industry collective agreement, and opportunities for continuous professional development in a team-oriented, high-tech setting.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Microsystems Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a comparable field. iSAQB certification is considered a plus.

Experience

  • Professional experience in software architecture
  • Professional experience in object-oriented development using C++
  • Practical experience with Embedded Linux
  • Experience with agile development methods
  • Experience in risk analysis and architecture reviews

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Valid work permit for Germany required. Willingness to comply with relevant industry standards and norms.