Solutions Architect (Java Backend), Remote Spain

About Us :

HBX Group is a leading B2B ecosystem player in the TravelTech space, connecting and empowering businesses in the ever-evolving world of travel. We drive growth for our clients and partners while removing friction from the end-to-end travel experience. Our cloud-based technology platforms offer fast and reliable access to a unique portfolio of travel products & services, while rich data and intelligence seamlessly connect supply and demand worldwide.

We have over more than 3,000 experts worldwide, including specialists on the ground who provide insights and support to boost trading even further, especially in the most hard-to-reach segments. This unique blend of technology, data and passionate people serves as a catalyst for all businesses aiming to unlock their full potential in the travel arena.

HBX Group comprises four best-in-class B2B brands that meet the needs of its growing and diverse client base across 190+ global markets.

Job Summary

We are looking for a Solution Architect to join our team, working within our agile teams focusing on design, impact analysis and outcome of our solutions.

Our Solution Architects interface heavily with our Enterprise Architects protecting outcome and estimates and adhering and contributing to the overall agreed strategy, standards and guidelines.

Our Solution Architects also create tech interest, generating “buzz” about the latest developments from a technical perspective and applicability in their domain.

Job Responsibilities

Ensure technological performance by design, right-sizing, scalability and reliability

Ensure that architectural standards and best practices are followed

Ensure the Definition of Done is followed at technical level

Analyze technical trade-offs

Contribute to the scope definition

Define non-functional requirements

Contribute to the Definition of Done definition

Guardian of the services’ security and performance.

Support the team during significant technological changes

Contribute decisively to the definition of reference architectures and standards

Detect weaknesses and failure points within the solutions and propose improvements

Key figure for the reduction of technical debt and technological evolution

Participate and drive keeping technical documentation up to date

Collaborate in defining the technical and functional monitoring

Negotiate with the product leads the prioritization of those initiatives that are considered important for our technological evolution.

Advocate of new technological features

Required Skills

3+ years of software or platform design and experience in E2E architecture solutions

Bachelor or Master in Computer Science or a related degree.

Experience designing and implementing Architectures using different database and cache types and messaging technologies.

Experience with frontend technologies such as Django and React

Experience with backend technologies in Python and or Java

Experience working in hybrid on premise-cloud environments

Experience designing and implementing high performing systems

Knowledge of continuous delivery processes and tools

Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish

Technical reference and leadership abilities

Strong technical, logical, analytical and problem-solving skills

Good communication and influencing skills

Team player with an agile mind-set

Able to work under pressure and with shifting priorities

Ability to think outside the box, multi-task and efficiently managing time

Good learning attitude

Nice to have

Experience in the travel industry

Experience working with Agile Methodologies such as Scrum or Safe

At HBX Group, we believe that diversity drives innovation and makes travel a force for good. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, embracing different backgrounds, perspectives and talents. Join us and be part of a team where diversity and equal opportunities really do make a difference.