Hands-on Software Architect (.NET/Python/Angular)

TL;DR

Hands-on Software Architect (.NET/Python/Angular): Overseeing the technical direction of a full software stack from device to cloud with an accent on coherence, scalability, and edge-to-cloud integration. Focus on designing multi-cloud architectures, implementing production code, and coaching tech leads to align technical roadmaps with product strategy.

Location: Hybrid in Utrecht, Netherlands (Must be based in the Netherlands)

Company

hirify.global provides energy management solutions, including an in-house EMS and modular battery storage, to help European businesses become energy independent.

What you will do

• Define and own the architectural direction for a heterogeneous, multi-cloud platform spanning Azure and GCP.
• Spend approximately 50% of your time writing production code and implementing foundational system improvements.
• Document key technical decisions regarding service boundaries, data flows, security, and identity.
• Collaborate with tech leads and product managers to align the technical roadmap with the overall product strategy.
• Mentor engineers and conduct design and code reviews to raise the overall technical bar.
• Oversee non-functional requirements including scalability, reliability, security, and cost optimization.

Requirements

• Substantial experience as a software engineer with a proven track record of architectural responsibility for complex systems.
• Proficiency in at least two of the following: C#/.NET, TypeScript/Angular, or Python.
• Hands-on experience with Azure platform services, including identity and security.
• Familiarity with edge or IoT scenarios.
• English: Fluency required.
• Location: Must be able to work hybrid from the Utrecht office.

Nice to have

• Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Specific expertise with Azure IoT Edge.

Culture & Benefits

• 30 days of annual leave, plus a yearly company holiday and one volunteer day.
• Annual budget of €1,500 for personal development and career growth.
• Pension plan provided via BrandNewDay.
• Full travel reimbursement for bike, car, or public transport.
• Mobile phone allowance and daily fresh fruit in the office.

Hiring process

• Application review by the People team and hiring manager.
• Introductory phone screening call.
• Two or more interviews, including a technical deep-dive and a code-focused conversation.