February 11th
Technical Architect
To support our mission of advancing renewable energy through cutting-edge technology, we’re seeking an experienced Technical Architect to help us build our newest product Farsight®. This role involves defining and overseeing the architecture of systems that interface with OPC (UA, DA) and similar protocols, ensuring seamless data collection, processing, and storage in a cloud-native environment. If you have a strong background in industrial data systems and cloud technologies, we want to hear from you!
**What You'll Do**
Design and architect scalable, secure, and high-performance data collection systems for industrial protocols (OPC UA/DA, Modbus, MQTT, etc.)
Define system requirements, architecture patterns, and best practices for integrating with cloud environments, especially AWS
Lead the selection and implementation of data streaming and messaging platforms (e.g., Kafka)
Oversee the design and optimization of time-series data storage using TimescaleDB and PostgreSQL
Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, ensuring adherence to architectural principles
Collaborate with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business needs
Evaluate and integrate new tools, frameworks, and technologies to improve system capabilities
Ensure the architecture complies with industry standards, data security, and privacy regulations
**About you**
Smart and gets things done
You have 8+ years of experience in software architecture and development, with at least 5 years focusing on cloud-based industrial data systems
You bring expertise in OPC (UA, DA) and are familiar with other industrial communication protocols like Modbus and MQTT
You are proficient in data streaming platforms such as Apache Kafka and time-series databases like TimescaleDB. You possess advanced knowledge of PostgreSQL, including query optimization and database scaling
You are located in or have a 4-hour overlap with CET (-4 to +4) time zones.
You’re eligible to obtain a visa and can travel to Italy within three months of hiring
**Why Join BaxEnergy?**
Be part of a team driving innovation in the renewable energy sector through advanced technology
Join a remote-first organization that values inclusivity, technical excellence, and work-life balance
Enjoy a competitive salary, over 30 days of paid vacation, and comprehensive sick leave
Participate in annual retreats with paid travel arrangements to connect with colleagues in person
Receive paid hardware and tools to excel in your role