Software Architect

Description
Join us at Nayax, a global fintech leader (NASDAQ; TASE: NYAX) revolutionizing the world of cashless payments, consumer engagement, and business management solutions. With more than 1,200 employees across 12 offices worldwide. At Nayax, you'll be part of a diverse and innovative community where your work makes a real impact and helps shape the future of payments

We are currently seeking a hands-on
Software Architect
to join our R&D organization and play a pivotal role in in shaping the future of our company, designing scalable, secure, and high-performance software and data systems that drive Nayax's innovation.

The Software Solution Architect will design and implement an efficient, scale-able, and highly available database and code applications. The Solution Architect will lead company's most valuable projects while working with other team members in a joint effort. This will involve gathering requirements, analyzing and designing solutions, hands-on development as well as implementing, testing, and supporting the solution once it is live.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, design, advocate and develop new technologies, cloud services, and architectures that will support the continued requirements for the organization, business partners, and vendors.
• Collaborate with Development teams, Product, DevOps, IT & Security specialists to ensure solutions provide optimal architecture, scale, high-availability, security, and cost optimization.
• Plan and build POCs and solutions to analyze complex technical and customer requirements, and determine appropriate solutions as necessary.
• Manage multiple priorities and tasks in a dynamic work environment.

Requirements

• At least 10+ years of hands-on software development experience - must.
• At least 2 years of experience as a Software Architect /or as a Principal Engineer – must.
• Proven experience in designing large-scale, high-availability systems with complex architecture and high traffic volumes – must.
• Experience in .NET and C# programming - must.
• Experience with Microsoft SQL Server and T-SQL development
• Significant experience with relational database design and internals
• Proven experience leading technical teams and driving end-to-end delivery of complex software projects, Proven experience in leading software projects and development teams – must.
• Strong background in designing scalable, secure, and high-performance software and data systems
• Experience with cloud services and architectures (AWS preferred) - must
• Familiarity with database design and implementation, including both relational and NoSQL databases
• Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle, best practices, and modern development methodologies
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with operating systems (Windows, Linux)
• Experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell and Python
• Analytical mind with excellent problem-solving skills
• Self-taught, quick learner of new technologies

Nice To Have

• BSc in Computer Science, Engineering or Mathematics.
• Hands on experience with data analysis of large and complex data sets using NOSQL, Elasticsearch and/or Snowflake
• Cyber Security or Information Security background.
• Experience with enterprise level release & change management processes.
• Experience with Machine learning
• Experience in the fintech industry – ideally from companies operating in payments, banking, or financial platforms
• Frontend development background – a plus , React, Angular)
• Hands-on experience with NoSQL technologies (Redis is a significant advantage)
• Experience working with Snowflake or other cloud-based data warehousing solutions – a significant advantage
• Familiarity with containerized environments and cloud infrastructure (preferably AWS)
• Exposure to AI-related technologies, including MCP servers or tools like GitHub Copilot (MCP experience is a plus)
• Experience with AI technologies, as AI will constitute a significant part of development.

What Makes This Role Exciting

• The role will lead Nayax's AI-driven innovation and transformation.
• Take a leading role in shaping backend and data architecture at a fast-growing fintech scale-up.
• Work on impactful, high-availability systems that power global payments.
• Join a dynamic and collaborative R&D team with a strong engineering culture.
• Enjoy hybrid work flexibility at our Herzliya HQ, just a short walk from the train.

Learn More About Nayax
Nayax is a global fintech company (NASDAQ; TASE: NYAX) providing an end-to-end platform for payments, consumer engagement, and business operations.

Founded in 2005, Nayax empowers businesses to grow revenue, reduce operational costs, and deliver seamless commerce experiences. Our customer-first mindset and commitment to in-house innovation have positioned us at the forefront of the cashless payment revolution, serving the unattended and retail sectors around the world.

We support over 80 payment methods in 50+ currencies, hold a European payment institution license, and have formed strategic partnerships with global financial institutions to deliver powerful, scalable solutions.

With more than 1,100 employees across 12 global offices, Nayax operates in 62+ countries. Our global headquarters in Herzliya Hills, Israel, is our largest site, housing over 600 employees across 20+ departments.

At Nayax, we believe in creating long-term impact through loyalty tools, omnichannel solutions, and an agile ecosystem of value-added services. We're proud to support businesses in reaching new heights and we're always looking for innovative, passionate individuals to join us.