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Cloud Solutions Architect for Defense Systems

Hybrid in Alcobendas·Added 25 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

Indra

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Overview

Work mode
Hybrid, Alcobendas
English
Required
Education
University degree
Benefits
Flexible pay plan

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

✅ Education:

Degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, or a related field.

✅ Minimum experience:

Proven experience in designing cloud architectures and complex systems.

✅ Technical skills:

• Cloud architecture design.

• Service-oriented architectures (SOA / microservices).

• Amazon Web Services (AWS).

• Cloud orchestration platforms and tools.

• Distributed systems integration.

• High-level technical solution design.

✅ Key competencies:

• Overall architecture vision.

• Strategic thinking and solution orientation.

• Technical communication skills with different stakeholders.

• Analytical skills and ability to solve complex problems.

• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.

Nice to have

✅ Valuable functional knowledge:

• Tactical communications.

• Private 4G/5G networks.

• Software-defined radio.

• Defense and mission systems.

• Embedded systems.

• High-availability critical environments.

Languages

• Advanced English is required.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

• Stability and Future 🏢✨: Participation in strategic Defense programs and next-generation technologies.

• Innovation 🚀: Development of advanced cloud solutions applied to critical systems.

• Real Impact 🤝: Involvement in defining architectures that will shape the evolution of future operational capabilities.

• Flexibility ⏳: Hybrid model.

• Career Path 📈: Professional development in Systems Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Defense Technologies.

• Continuous Training 📚: Open University and Udemy for Business.

• Exclusive benefits 🎁 and flexible compensation 💸📊

The role

🚀 Join our Systems Engineering team!

We are looking to hire a Cloud Solutions Architect for Defense Systems to work in Alcobendas under a hybrid model, participating in the design and evolution of advanced technological architectures for next-generation operational environments.

You will be part of strategic projects where cloud technologies, tactical communications, distributed architectures, and critical systems converge, contributing to the definition of the future Combat Cloud.

What you'll do

• Define solution architectures based on cloud technologies and service-oriented architectures.

• Analyze operational needs and translate them into scalable and resilient technical solutions.

• Participate in the design of cloud platforms applied to critical environments and defense systems.

• Define integration strategies between systems, services, and distributed platforms.

• Evaluate emerging technologies and their application in next-generation architectures.

• Collaborate with systems, software, communications, and infrastructure teams.

• Participate in technical definition activities, architecture reviews, and capability evolution.

• Contribute to interoperability between platforms, mission systems, and advanced communications networks.

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews1–2 weeks in all
  1. Profile review

  2. First contact

    With recruitment team · Phone call · 5–10 min

    A short call to get to know you and answer your questions.

  3. Technical interview

    With the team

    A meeting with the team, who explain the project and day-to-day tasks and explore your technical knowledge; it may include short aptitude and English tests.

  4. Offer and welcome

  • The technical interview may include short psychological aptitude and English tests if needed.
  • The first call may come from an unknown number.

About Indra

Indra is a global technology and consulting company headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and a leader in IT and defense systems. It provides advanced solutions in air traffic management, defense electronics, cybersecurity, and digital transformation for clients worldwide. With a workforce of over 50,000 employees, Indra operates in more than 140 countries, making it one of Europe's largest defense and technology firms.

In Spain, Indra has a strong presence with major offices in Madrid, Alcobendas, and other cities, and it is a key player in the national defense and aerospace sectors. The company offers a wide range of roles for international professionals, from engineering and cybersecurity to project management and software development. Indra's work culture emphasizes innovation and technical excellence, and it actively recruits international talent, providing opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects in defense, space, and digital transformation.

Industry
IT and Defense
Founded
1993
Employees
50,000+
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Alcobendas

Good to know if you are moving

  • Indra is a major defense contractor, offering opportunities to work on advanced defense systems like SCAPA and NGWS.
  • The company has a strong focus on innovation, with significant investment in R&D and technology development.
  • Indra provides hybrid and remote work options for many roles, offering flexibility for international hires.
  • With offices in Madrid and Barcelona, Indra offers a chance to live in Spain's two largest cities.
  • Indra is a global leader in air traffic management, with its systems used in over 100 countries.

In their own words

About the company & team

At Indra Group, we protect what matters most.

We lead the development of cutting-edge technological solutions that strengthen national and international security.

Additional information

As a company, we understand equality as a cross-cutting principle and a driver of social change. Based on this conviction, we reaffirm our commitment to equal treatment and opportunities between women and men, non-discrimination, equal pay, and work-life balance.

This commitment is reflected in the promotion of respectful and inclusive work environments, where all people are treated with dignity, can develop professionally, and have equal opportunities in selection, training, and promotion processes, offering a work environment free from any discrimination based on sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, ethnicity, marital status, or any other personal or social circumstance.

¡INDRA is a Top Employer 2026 company! Join a company certified as one of the best employers in Spain, thanks to our comprehensive HR management and the conditions we offer our professionals.

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