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Functional Architect

Job Description

What You’ll Do

  • Design and own the end-to-end solution architecture for new features and systems.
  • Translate business needs into functional and technical specifications.
  • Ensure proposed solutions are scalable, maintainable, and cost-effective.
  • Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and business stakeholders to align on requirements and priorities.
  • Identify system dependencies and help define integration points across platforms.
  • Evaluate current systems and recommend improvements based on evolving business needs.
  • Support development teams during implementation to ensure alignment with the architecture.
  • Contribute to documentation, design standards, and architecture reviews.

What You Bring

  • 3+ years of experience in solution architecture, functional analysis, or enterprise systems design.
  • Strong understanding of system design principles, integration strategies, and business process modeling.
  • Experience translating business needs into clear functional/technical documentation.
  • Proven ability to balance trade-offs between speed, scalability, and maintainability.
  • Excellent communication skills—you can talk with both engineers and non-technical stakeholders.
    Experience working with cloud-based platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern SaaS systems.

Nice to Have

  • Background in enterprise software, SaaS, or platform-based architecture.
  • Familiarity with API design and integration best practices.
  • Experience in agile environments with cross-functional teams.

Location

  • Bordeaux, France

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Job Details

Category
Business & Finance
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Bordeaux, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR
Posted
Mar 26, 2026, 03:44 AM
Listed
Mar 24, 2026, 04:21 PM

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