System Architect (Automation & Digital)

TL;DR

System Architect (Automation & Digital): Creating Automation and Digital solutions for customers with an accent on aligning with strategic goals and driving product development. Focus on optimizing solutions for cost, security, quality, and speed, and staying ahead of industry trends.

Location: Modena, Italy

Company

hirify.global is committed to making food safe and available, everywhere; and they protect what's good – protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet.

What you will do

• Partner with technical product owners and cross-functional teams to define and align on system architecture, interfaces, and integration strategies.
• Actively research and evaluate emerging technologies to ensure alignment with industry trends and organizational goals.
• Prepare and deliver comprehensive technical design documentation for development teams.
• Drive code quality through structured reviews and adherence to best practices.
• Develop proof-of-concepts (POCs) to validate innovative technical solutions and architectural approaches.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience with a strong technical background in Automation & Digital, with a focus on architecture and development best practices.
• Comprehensive understanding of hirify.global A&D plant-wide solutions from a technical perspective.
• Good communication and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively across cultural boundaries.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is essential.
• Solid expertise in containerized development and Kubernetes environments.
• Hands-on experience in software development with a strong practical approach.

Nice to have

• Experience with service-based architecture and message bus patterns for data sharing.
• Familiarity with GitOps deployment practices and principles.

Culture & Benefits

• A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape.
• A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results.
• An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion.
• Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements.