Digital Architect (d/f/m)
TK ELEVATOR IBERICA HOLDING, SL UNIPERSONAL — Madrid, Spain
Who we are
TK Elevator (TKE) is a global leader in vertical transportation and urban mobility. We provide engineering that keeps the world moving, from design to installation and maintenance on any brand of elevators, escalators, walkways, lifts, passenger boarding bridges, stairlifts, platform lifts and home elevators – any place and any time. With our digital solutions like AGILE and the IoT platform, MAX, there are no longer any limits to urban mobility. TK Elevator became independent following its separation from the thyssenkrupp group in 2020. The company achieved sales of €9.3 billion in fiscal year 2023/2024. With around 50,000 employees, 25,000 service technicians and over 1,000 support centers globally, we are moved by what moves people. TKE – Move Beyond.
What we expect
At TK Elevator, we are redefining urban mobility. With the launch of our first Digital Native Elevator – EOX, we’ve taken a bold step into the future of Industrial IoT, data-enabled services, and software-driven innovation. Our mission is to improve the lives of people everywhere, every day. We partner with leading technology companies to deliver secure, scalable, and intelligent solutions that delight our customers and users.
Role Overview
As a Digital Architect, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the architecture of our next-generation elevator systems and digital services. You will combine hands-on technical expertise with strategic architectural leadership to ensure our solutions are robust, secure, and future-proof.
Key Responsibilities
- Transform an established architecture into a future-ready platform — scalable, maintainable, and testable by design.
- Design and evolve clean, documented architectures for 24/7 mission-critical systems.
- Actively participate in development sprints, reviews, and provide technical guidance to engineering teams.
- Untangle complexity, introduce structure, and lay the foundation for sustainable innovation.
- Regularly communicate solution status, risks, and progress to management in a clear and concise manner.
- Drive secure architecture principles and ensure secure software development
- Work closely with cross-functional teams and strategic partners to align architecture with business goals.
Who we are looking for
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field
- 3+ years of proven experience in designing software architecture for complex cloud systems (preferably Microsoft Azure).
- Strong understanding of end-to-end solution architecture, including security, scalability, and maintainability.
- Ownership and getting-things-done mindset – takes initiative, ensures quality outcomes, and delivers results reliably in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to translate complex technical conceptsfor both technical peers and executive stakeholders.
- Strong team player – collaborates effectively across global, cross-functional teams, building trust and alignment
- Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional languages are a plus.
What we offer
- Health and Safety –Highest standards and a wide range of health promotion and healthcare activities
- Flexibility –We support, for example, through flexible yet regulated working hours and remote working options
- Collaboration & diversity –Collegiality is of huge importance – we treat everyone with respect and appreciation
- Development –Individual support to help you get started in your new job as well as training and education programs to help you develop professionally and personally
- Creative leeway –We offer an environment in which you can try out new solutions in a no-blame-culture
- Sustainability –We act with responsibility and environmental awareness
- Work environment –We have modern workplaces and IT equipment, subsidized lunchtime meals in the canteen, free parking and discounted public transport tickets
Additional information
At TK Elevator, we aim to embrace diversity and welcome everyone -no matter the ethnicity, nationality, gender or gender expression, age, social background, religion or world belief, sexual orientation, disability, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic or status.
Do you have a disability and would like to work with us? Then we look forward to your application!
As a signatory of the Charter of Diversity, TK Elevator is committed to a prejudice-free and diverse working environment with equal opportunities. Although we are not completely barrier-free yet, we are working every day to improve ourselves. Let’s overcome barriers together and work on individual solutions that work for you.
Contact
Please apply online in English, including your notice period and salary expectation.
Talent Acquisition
Alexandra Dreger
Job details
| Posting date: | 2025/10/14 |
|---|---|
| Experience level: | Experienced professionals |
| Contract limitation: | Permanent, Full Time |
| Work Modality: | Hybrid |
| Job family: | Information Technology |
| Industry: | Engineering & urban mobility |
| Job number: | ES_ET_EA_IBA_TKE00720 |
Application deadline: as long as the job is listed on our career page, we are looking for suitable candidates (all genders welcome). We are looking forward to receiving your application.
Unsolicited Submissions from Recruitment Agencies and Third Parties
TK Elevator does not accept candidate submissions, applications, or profiles from recruitment agencies, search firms, or other third parties unless a written agreement has been executed in advance by an authorized representative of TK Elevator.
