Principal Architect — OS Middleware & System Frameworks

About the Company

System Middleware Architect

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Employment Type: Permanent

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced System Middleware Architect to shape the next generation of middleware and application-framework architecture for a leading global technology company.

You will design scalable middleware and application-framework solutions supporting multiple application ecosystems across devices such as smartphones and PCs, while driving system performance, compatibility, and long-term architecture evolution.

Responsibilities

• Define the architecture and technical roadmap for the system middleware layer.
• Design scalable solutions supporting multiple application ecosystems and cross-platform compatibility.
• Solve system-level challenges in areas such as performance, memory, startup speed, stability, compatibility, and scalability.
• Drive middleware and application-framework solutions from architecture and design through implementation on commercial products.
• Establish architecture standards, development guidelines, and quality mechanisms.
• Track developments in operating systems, middleware, and cross-platform application technologies.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Required Skills

• Strong experience with Android or iOS application frameworks and system-level software development.
• Hands-on experience with React Native, Flutter, or similar cross-platform frameworks.
• Good understanding of operating-system architecture and implementation principles.
• Experience solving complex architecture, performance, compatibility, or reliability challenges.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across technical teams.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Android, iOS, Fuchsia, ChromeOS, or similar operating-system platforms.
• Experience working with external technology or ecosystem partners.
• Long-term professional experience in Europe and experience collaborating in international technical environments.

Pay range and compensation package

• This is an opportunity to work on next-generation operating-system and middleware technologies, tackling complex system-level challenges across multiple device and application ecosystems.
• The role is based in Amsterdam and offers a competitive compensation package and an international R&D environment.