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WELCOME TO SITA Were the team that keeps airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our tech and communication innovations are the secret behind the success of the world’s air travel industry.
Youll find us at 95 of international hubs. We partner closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients, each with their own unique needs and challenges. Our goal is to find fresh solutions and cutting-edge tech to make their operations run like clockwork. Want to be a part of something big?
Are you ready to love your job? The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA.
ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM
At SITA, were not just shaping the future of travel; were revolutionizing it. Join our dynamic team at SITA Lab, the strategic technology research arm of SITA, where we push the boundaries of whats possible in air travel. Collaborating with airlines, airports, and technology experts globally, we explore cutting-edge technologies like Generative AI, ML, IoT, Robotics, and Mixed Reality to transform the travel experience.
As a Lead Infrastructure Architect at SITA Lab, youll ideate and design demos, prototypes, and MVPs, working closely with our clients to bring innovative ideas to life. This role offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in emerging technologies, design transformative solutions.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Take an active, hands-on role across the entire development lifecycle, with a strong focus on cloud infrastructure.
- Lead infrastructure design decisions and provide mentorship to junior developers to support their growth.
- Architect and implement solutions, including DevSecOps pipelines and site reliability engineering practices.
- Work both independently and collaboratively as part of a high-performing team.
- Stay current with the latest infrastructure architecture best practices and apply them to real-world challenges.
- Effectively communicate with technical teams, business stakeholders, and customers, ensuring alignment and transparency.
- Be part of a passionate, innovative team that’s shaping the future—and enjoy the journey while doing it
Qualifications
ABOUT YOU
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in infrastructure engineering, preferably with expertise in Microsoft Azure.
- A self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset, passionate about experimenting with new technologies and solving business problems using an agile, fast-iteration approach.
- Skilled in designing, building, and troubleshooting infrastructure for highly scalable messaging systems, who can also clearly communicate the business impact of technical decisions.
- A strong communicator who excels at leading discussions, building consensus, and articulating priorities with clarity.
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
- Extensive experience in designing and managing highly scalable, distributed microservices architectures.
- Deep expertise in DevSecOps, CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, Kafka and cloud-native deployments (AWS, Azure).
- Proficient with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools, particularly Terraform, for automating and managing infrastructure.
- Strong background in cloud networking and security, with a focus on designing secure, scalable systems.
- In-depth knowledge of messaging architectures, including WebSockets and Kafka, with strong understanding of networking principles.
- Skilled in working with both SQL and NoSQL databases, including MySQL, MongoDB, and Elasticsearch.
NICE-TO-HAVE
- Master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Hands-on programming experience in a widely used programming language.
WHAT WE OFFER
We’re all about diversity. We operate in 200 countries and speak 60 different languages and cultures. We’re really proud of our inclusive environment. Our offices are comfortable and fun places to work, and we make sure you get to work from home too. Find out what its like to join our team and take a step closer to your best life ever.
🏡 Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your team’s needs)
⏰ Flex Day: Make your workday suit your life and plans.
🌎 Flex Location: Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world.
🌿Employee Wellbeing: We’ve got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year. We also offer Champion Health – a personalized platform that supports a range of wellbeing needs.
🚀Professional Development: Level up your skills with our training platforms, including LinkedIn Learning!
🙌🏽 Competitive Benefits: Competitive benefits that make sense with both your local spanet and employment status.
SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, we encourage women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities to apply and self-identify in the application process.
