Hybrid Server Software Architect

at Sandvik

• Job title: Server Software Architect
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior, Lead
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: AWS, Azure, Cloud, Distributed Systems, Docker, ETL, Google Cloud Platform, Hadoop, IoT, Java, JavaScript, Kubernetes, Linux, Microservices, NoSQL, Python, Spark, SQL, Terraform, TypeScript, Go
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Montreal, Canada

About the role

• Server Software Architect designing and evolving OptiMine MDP product for Sandvik's advanced mining solutions. Collaborates with Agile teams while mentoring junior talent and overseeing core logic development.

Responsibilities

• Define the detailed software architecture for the OptiMine MDP product.
• Translate complex stakeholder needs into SMART requirements and high‑quality technical documentation.
• Work collaboratively within an Agile development team, contributing to team success and continuous improvement.
• Oversee development of core functional logic in accordance with defined architectures and industry best practices.
• Implement technology strategies related to architecture, design, and system interfacing to meet evolving business needs.
• Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and processes to ensure a resilient, scalable, high‑quality product platform.
• Participate in technological monitoring and coding‑standard definition to ensure systems remain efficient and durable.
• Implement security and data‑protection best practices across the server ecosystem.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, supporting the growth of technical talent across the organization.
• Troubleshoot complex code‑level issues and support investigation of challenging technical problems.
• Optimize the platform for maximum performance, speed, and scalability.
• Support new product introduction activities and coordinate cross‑team architectural alignment.
• Ensure smooth day‑to‑day functioning of assigned activities while coaching colleagues as needed.
• Drive strong communication and collaboration between multiple internal teams, building technical connections across the organization.
• Challenge stakeholder assumptions constructively and translate business expectations into practical, reliable architectural designs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 8–12+ years of software development experience.
• 5–7+ years of experience in software architecture for large‑scale systems.
• Strong experience designing and implementing large‑scale distributed systems.
• Deep knowledge of software architecture, microservices, API design, and integration patterns.
• Experience with data architecture, ETL/ELT pipelines, and real‑time streaming systems.
• Advanced understanding of relational and NoSQL databases, big‑data frameworks (Spark, Hadoop), and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Hands‑on experience with Linux, containerization (Docker), orchestration (Kubernetes), and IaC tools (Terraform).
• Proficiency in C#, Python, Java, Go, SQL, JavaScript/TypeScript, and web technologies.
• Expertise with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps tooling, and data‑governance practices.
• Familiarity with Production Control Systems, Automation, SCADA/PIMS, MQTT, IoT/Cloud/Edge technologies, and system optimization.
• Experience working in SCRUM environments; proficiency in Jira, Polarion, and Salesforce.

Benefits

• The opportunity to influence the architecture of a flagship product used in mining operations globally.
• The chance to join an ambitious team in a world‑leading industry.
• Strong opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing learning support.
• A competitive compensation package including pension matching, and comprehensive health, dental, life, and disability benefits.