Compensation: EUR 60000 - EUR 80000 - yearly

Company Description SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries , supported by a team of over 100,000 dedicated professionals . With more than 145 years of service excellence , we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve t he highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – “when you need to be sure” – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability , enabling businesses to thrive with confidence . We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and a portfolio of trusted specialized brands , including Applied Technical Services , Brightsight , Bluesign and Nutrasource .

Job Description Primary Responsibilities

Lead the definition , validation , and implementation of all architectural choices for Cloud & Software Architecture (SWA) initiatives across the group.

Ensure the technical quality , scalability , performance , and maintainability of all solutions delivered by the Software Architecture team .

Drive the evolution of existing software architectures and frameworks toward modern technologies, with a strong emphasis on AI‑driven development and GenAI-assisted coding .

Manage , mentor, and develop the Software Architecture team .

Specific Responsibilities

Act as the key technical advisor to the Head of Architecture & Technology on all Cloud & SWA projects .

Define the technologies , frameworks , and tools to be used across SWA initiatives.

Establish and maintain development standards , architectural principles , and best practices for application design and coding.





Oversee the technical implementation of applications and provide hands‑on support to teams when required.

Contribute to the design , development , and deployment of SWA applications.

Periodically review technical processes and procedures , identifying opportunities for improvement.

Lead the technical evolution of applications to maintain performance , stability , and business alignment.

Provide 3rd‑level support for live applications.

Ensure compliance with the SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct .

Qualifications Education & Experience

Master’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science or a related field.

10+ years of experience in software architecture , cloud architecture , and enterprise software development.

Experience working in an international and multicultural environment.

Required Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies (Agile, Scrum ).

Advanced proficiency in C# and ASP.NET 4.5 .

Strong experience with Entity Framework .

Strong command of SQL Server and SQL .

In‑depth knowledge of Microsoft Azure cloud architecture and services.

Experience with GenAI‑based coding and AI‑assisted development .

Required Soft Skills

Strong leadership .

Excellent communication abilities.

Team‑oriented and collaborative mindset.

Highly organized , structured , and analytical .

Preferred Technical Skills

Good understanding of Web API .

Good understanding of WPF .

Additional Information Why SGS?

Join a globally recognized and stable company, a leader in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry.

Enjoy a versátil schedule and hybrid work model

Access continuous learning opportunities through SGS University and Campus.

Collaborate in a multinational environment with colleagues from various continents.

Benefit from a comprehensive benefits platform.

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📌 Head of Cloud Software Architecture (Madrid)
🏢 SGS
📍 Madrid