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MBSE NAF v4 UAF Solutions and Systems Architect

Hybrid in Madrid·Full-time·Added yesterday (last checked 12 Nov)

Grupo NS

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Work mode: Hybrid, Madrid
Contract: Full-time
Spanish: Expected (ad in Spanish)
English: Required
Experience: 5+ years
Education: University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

At least 5 years of experience in software solutions and systems architecture roles.
University degree in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering or similar.
Advanced English level (B2-C1).
Knowledge and experience in:
NAF v4 (NATO Architecture Framework).
UAF (Unified Architecture Framework).
MBSE (Model-Based Systems Engineering).
SysML and UML.
Systems integration.
REST APIs and microservices architectures.
Experience with MBSE modeling tools, especially Cameo Systems Modeler.
Knowledge of requirements management tools, such as IBM DOORS or ReqIF.
We are looking for a person with a global architectural vision and the ability to technically lead complex projects.
The following will be important:
Technical leadership and decision-making ability.
Architectural vision and strategic orientation.
Mentoring and knowledge transfer capacity.
Communication and liaison skills with different teams.
Analytical skills and complex problem-solving.
Result orientation and technical quality.

Nice to have

Experience leading modular, scalable, and highly available software architectures.
Experience in critical systems and environments subject to demanding security requirements.
Knowledge of collaborative repositories and model management tools.
Experience in technical coordination of multidisciplinary teams.

The role

At Grupo NS, we are selecting a Senior Software Solutions and Systems Architect to participate in a high-complexity technological project within the defense and critical systems field.

We are looking for a senior profile with experience in systems architecture and software solutions, specialized in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), with knowledge of NAF v4, UAF, SysML and UML.

The selected person will play a key role in the definition and validation of architectures, guaranteeing traceability between requirements, design, implementation and verification, as well as compliance with applicable technical and regulatory standards.

What you'll do

What responsibilities will you assume?

Define the architecture of complex systems and software solutions, ensuring full traceability between capabilities, requirements, architecture, design and verification through MBSE and NAF v4.
Maintain and evolve the reference architecture aligned with NAF v4 and UAF.
Develop operational, systems, services, logical and physical views.
Integrate enterprise architecture with engineering models based on SysML and UML.
Implement and promote MBSE as a transversal practice, guaranteeing model coherence and requirements traceability.
Manage baselines, versioning and consistency of architectural models.
Act as the technical architecture authority, validating software and systems design decisions.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and security requirements, including ENS, NATO standards and data sovereignty.
Coordinate with project management and engineering, development and cybersecurity teams.
Participate in the main milestones of the system lifecycle.
Provide technical support in the preparation of bids and reports.

How you'll work

Project conditions

Position: Senior Software Solutions and Systems Architect.
Field: Defense and critical systems.
Experience: Minimum 5 years in similar roles.
Modality: Hybrid, with 60% remote work and 40% on-site.
Work centers: Alcobendas-Arroyo and Retamares (Madrid).
Availability: It is essential to be able to attend both locations in person.
Alternative onboarding locations: León or Barcelona, subject to project organization.
English: B2-C1 level.

Important: We will offer the possibility of obtaining HPS (Security Clearance), as it is a project requirement. If you already have it, even better!!!

At Grupo NS, we bet on specialized talent and want to incorporate professionals capable of leading the architecture and evolution of high-complexity technological solutions.

About Grupo NS

Grupo NS is a Spanish IT services and consulting company founded in Madrid in 2003, offering outsourcing, technology consulting, custom project development, and tailored training programs. Its service lines span cloud, cybersecurity, data, AI, Salesforce, databases, infrastructure, networks, QA and systems, and it states that it collaborates with 12 of the 15 large international IT solutions integrators. The company has grown past €5M in revenue and counts more than 150 people on its team.

For professionals in Spain, Grupo NS is strongly remote-friendly: 98% of its workforce teleworks and the company lets employees choose the work model where they are most productive. It offers free training from day one, flexible compensation, and holds ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 quality and security certifications. Hiring is active across Madrid and Barcelona (its two offices, with Barcelona opened in 2005 as NSCAT) as well as other Spanish locations such as Alicante, Granada, Sevilla, Almería and Tres Cantos, and the company says its international projects help it attract ambitious talent.

Industry: IT Services
Founded: 2003
Employees: 150+
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

98% of the workforce teleworks, and employees can choose the work model where they are most productive (remote, hybrid or on-site).
Free training is offered from day one, with development plans and reskilling programs.
Flexible compensation lets employees personalize benefits to fit their lifestyle and well-being.
The company says its international projects help it attract talent with global ambitions.
Open roles are based in Madrid and Barcelona (hybrid or fully remote) as well as other Spanish locations such as Alicante, Granada, Sevilla and Almería.

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