Lead Software Engineer (Enterprise Architecture)

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where ,Health for all, Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

Lead Software Engineer (Enterprise Architecture)

At Bayer, we are committed to transparency, equal pay for equal work or work of equal value, and objective reward practices in line with EU and local regulations. The minimum monthly gross compensation for this role is 25 760 PLN, with final pay determined based on objective factors such as experience, qualifications, scope of responsibility, and internal alignment.

This position is eligible for variable pay components, such as performance‑based bonuses, awarded in accordance with the applicable employee group, role scope, and compensation structure.

In addition, Bayer offers a competitive and holistic benefits package, including:

- Medical care above statutory requirements

- Flexible benefits supporting leisure, and well‑being/sports programs

- Life, accident, and disability insurance through group coverage

- Employer‑supported pension plans with regular company contributions

- Home office allowance to support hybrid or remote work

- Company car provided (as a working Benefit)

- Extra Paid Holidays

Benefits may vary depending on country, role, and employment conditions.

For Digital Hub Warsaw, we are looking for:

Lead Software Engineer!

Join the Enterprise Enablement platform and take ownership of the design and evolution of a scalable platform supporting internal processes in the organization. We are looking for someone who has defined enterprise-wide architecture strategy, governance frameworks, technology standards, and multi-year roadmaps across multiple business domains.

Success in this role is measured not only by software delivery, but also by defining enterprise-wide architectural standards, influencing technology strategy, and driving long-term transformation initiatives across the organization.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Technical leadership & architecture

• Own and drive architecture governance across multiple business domains, engineering teams, and enterprise applications.
• Define long-term technology strategy and multi-year transformation roadmaps for a global organization.
• Establish enterprise architecture standards, principles, and governance processes across the organization
• You will play a key role in shaping technology strategy and promoting the adoption of modern engineering practices
• Design scalable, secure, and maintainable systems (microservices, APIs, integrations
• Make and guide key architectural decisions across teams
• Identify and mitigate technical risks in complex systems

Platform & delivery excellence

• Shape CI/CD, DevOps, and engineering best practices
• Support and improve system integrations across the organization
• Ensure high standards in code quality, testing, and maintainability

Stakeholder & cross-team collaboration

• Work with senior business and engineering stakeholders
• Translate technical concepts into business impact
• Facilitate collaboration across teams and domains

Mentorship & culture

• Coach engineers and support their growth
• Promote knowledge sharing and engineering best practices

WHO YOU ARE:

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• 12+ years of experience in IT, including architecture, software development, and technology leadership
• 7+ years of experience in Enterprise Architecture, Solution Architecture, or a comparable strategic architecture role
• Demonstrated experience in Enterprise Architecture, Architecture Governance, and Technology Strategy
• Experience developing Enterprise Roadmaps and aligning technology initiatives with business objectives
• Strong knowledge of Business Capability Mapping and Application Portfolio Management
• Experience leading Architecture Review Boards and defining architectural standards, principles, and governance processes
• Strong understanding of software architecture, integration patterns, microservices, and API design
• In-depth knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud)
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies, DevOps, and CI/CD practices
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into business language
• Strong leadership and influencing skills across cross-functional teams

Preferred

• Extensive experience with containerization and orchestrations tools (Docker, Kubernetes)
• TOGAF certification or equivalent Enterprise Architecture framework experience preferred
• Expertise in a specific area such as machine learning, cybersecurity, or mobile development
• Deep understanding of DevOps practices and tools
• Proven ability to lead and mentor junior developers
• Strong understanding of software security principles and best practices

Bayer welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, union membership, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.

Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.

Bayer offers the possibility of working in a hybrid model. We know how important work-life balance is, so our employees can work from home, from the office or combine both work environments. The possibilities of using the hybrid model are each time discussed with the manager.
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Location:

Poland : Mazowieckie : Warszawa

Division:

Enabling Functions

Reference Code:

870171