Senior Software Architect
Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Spain
Highlighting the digital expertise and service we can bring to the projects
Arup’s purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
We have been present in Spain since 1993 and we have a team of more than 300 engineers, consultants, and qualified technical personnel. We work for clients from the public and private sectors, providing creative and sustainable solutions based on the efficient use of resources.
At Arup, digital runs everything we do. We’re engineers and data scientists, planners and designers, strategists and digital experts – committed to enhancing the built and the natural environments around us. Our work brings together data analytics, automation, digital creativity, and emerging technologies, with the multidisciplinary engineering and domain knowledge breadth of Arup. We embed digital processes and tools throughout the whole lifecycle of a project, from inception and design, to construction, management, maintenance and retrofit.
The Opportunity
This is an opportunity to play a key role within Arup Spain’s Digital team, contributing at a strategic and technical level to some of the most complex and innovative projects in the built environment.
The Senior Software Architect will work closely with digital engineering practitioners, enabling and accelerating the development of advanced digital capabilities and services. The role requires strong foundations in software engineering principles, software lifecycle management, and cloud-based solutions, providing the ability to make architectural decisions across a wide range of contexts. While the position does not require expertise in every technology, it does require a solid understanding of the most relevant concepts, together with the curiosity, adaptability, and willingness to continuously learn and adopt new technologies as projects evolve. The role also requires strong collaboration with Arup’s global Digital community, aligning local initiatives with global standards, platforms, and innovation strategies.
You will act as a technical reference point, helping to shape scalable, resilient, and future-proof digital solutions that support Arup’s projects in areas such as Smart Cities, Digital Twins, infrastructure, and complex urban and industrial systems.
As a Senior Software Architect at Arup, you will:
· Lead the architecture and design of digital solutions, defining scalable, secure, and resilient software architectures aligned with business and project objectives across urban, infrastructure, and industrial domains.
· Design and oversee distributed and cloud-based systems, including data-driven architectures, microservices, real-time data processing pipelines, and hybrid cloud environments to support mission-critical applications.
· Drive innovation through emerging technologies, such as Digital Twins, AI-driven solutions, industrial IoT, and data platforms, translating cutting-edge technology into practical, high-value outcomes for clients.
· Provide technical leadership and mentorship, guiding multidisciplinary teams, supporting capability development, and fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
· Contribute to bids and project proposals, providing architectural vision, technical strategy, and written input for national and European tenders, helping Arup secure and deliver complex digital engagements.
Does this role inspire you?
We are looking for a proactive, strategic, and technically strong professional who is motivated to develop their career within Arup’s Digital practice. Ideally, you will bring:
· Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or an Engineering or Science discipline, with a strong track record delivering complex software and digital projects.
· Experience with cloud architectures and deployment, including AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, and hybrid environments, as well as containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), CI/CD, and infrastructure as code.
· Demonstrable experience in at least two of the following programming languages: Python, JavaScript, Java , C#, C/C++.
· Strong background in web application and server architectures, including RESTful APIs, microservices, MVC patterns, and platforms such as Apache, Nginx, and IIS, with curiosity and experience in serverless approaches.
· Proven experience working with relational and NoSQL data stores, such as SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, or similar technologies.
· Solid understanding of source code management and collaborative development, using tools such as Git or SVN.
· Desirable, but not mandatory, knowledge of geospatial technologies, such as GIS platforms, spatial data standards, geospatial APIs, or web mapping frameworks, particularly in the context of urban, infrastructure, or environmental projects.
· Strong interest in Smart Cities, Digital Twins, data platforms, AI-driven solutions, or complex system integration is highly valued.
· Fluent English and Spanish communication skills, with the ability to operate confidently in international, multidisciplinary environments.
Conditions
· Immediate incorporation
How to apply for this vacancy?
To apply for this vacancy, register your updated CV and a cover letter in English.
At Arup, we offer a rewarding career with a global company committed to a better future. Our unique trust ownership structure allows us to prioritize meaningful work and invest in our people. We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
Benefits that work for you:
· Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
· Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
· Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing programme.
· Work-Life Balance: We offer a hybrid working model and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
· Well-being and Culture: Access to a range of well-being programs, including sports subsidies, social activities, and initiatives promoting a healthy work-life balance. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.
Arup is recognized as one of the best companies to work for in Spain in 2024 by Actualidad Económica and Forbes magazine, thanks to our flexibility policies. We also adhere to the Code of Principles of Generational Diversity, committing to equal opportunities regardless of age.
At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You’ll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning—to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.
We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please contact beatriz.estefania@arup.com. We’re here to support you.
Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?
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