.
Lead Systems Engineer / Technical Architect
  • Kraków
Lead Systems Engineer / Technical Architect
Kraków, Kraków, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, Polska
Michael Page
13. 10. 2025
Informacje o stanowisku

Lead Systems Engineer / Technical Architect

Miejsce pracy: Kraków

Recruitment for

Join a leading global aerospace technology company delivering cutting-edge communication solutions for business aviation clients worldwide. Work on critical, high-performance applications enabling seamless broadband connectivity on private jets for top-tier executives.

Technologies we use

Expected
  • Java
  • React
  • Kafka
  • RabbitMQ
  • PostgreSQL
  • MongoDB
  • Elasticsearch
Optional
  • C#

Your responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor engineering teams, guiding their work and helping unblock technical challenges.
  • Own the architecture and design of complex microservice-based applications primarily built in Java and React, with supporting technologies like Kafka, RabbitMQ, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Elasticsearch.
  • Collaborate closely with product owners to deeply understand the product, the structure of applications, and the business requirements driving changes.
  • Ensure the delivery of highly reliable, scalable solutions supporting broadband internet connectivity for high-end private jets - our clients expect flawless, 100% internet coverage in flight.
  • Maintain and evolve legacy systems while steering refactoring and new development towards modern, scalable architectures.
  • Serve as a key communication point between global teams, particularly as this role transitions responsibilities from teams in India to local ownership.
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies and support smooth coordination of development processes.

Employer requirements

  • Strong technical background with experience in Java and React (front-end and back-end split roughly 50/50).
  • Solid understanding of microservices architecture, messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ), and databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Elasticsearch).
  • Proven leadership skills, with experience managing and supporting engineering teams. Exposure to remote/global teams is a plus.
  • Ability to understand and explain complex system architectures and translate business needs into technical requirements.
  • Excellent communication skills - comfortable reporting and engaging with senior stakeholders, including direct client interaction at times.
  • Experience working in high-stakes, client-critical environments where reliability and customer service are paramount.
Optional
  • Familiarity with Angular or C# is a bonus but not essential as we are moving away from those technologies.
  • Exposure to zero-trust security principles and data compliance is a plus.

What employer offers

  • Competitive salary range of 32 000 PLN - 36 000 PLN monthly
  • Annual bonus
  • Lowered income taxes (70%)
  • Relocation package if needed
  • Sport card
  • Private medical care
  • If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Lead Systems Engineer / Technical Architect, we encourage you to apply and become a part of this exciting opportunity in Kraków

  • Praca Kraków
  • Kraków - Oferty pracy w okolicznych lokalizacjach


    112 617
    15 256