**Introduction** In addition, the position offers the unique opportunity to explore new fields while being based in a regional area. You can enhance your skills in areas of interest while also engaging in community contribution activities—allowing you to thrive as an architect with a broad and meaningful impact. **Your role and responsibilities** We are seeking an Application Architect to design and implement software architectures tailored to enterprise needs, leveraging open-source development platforms. This role requires integrating a wide range of open-source technologies to build efficient, maintainable systems. **Required technical and professional expertise** * Deep knowledge and hands-on experience with open-source development platforms * Experience using multiple open-source programming languages and tools * Leadership experience in technology selection and system design * Strong communication skills to facilitate smooth collaboration with developers, project managers, and business stakeholders * Ability to design software architectures that prioritize maintainability and efficiency **Preferred technical and professional experience** * Experience contributing to multiple open-source projects * Knowledge of global technology trends * Expertise in and practical use of DevOps, CI/CD, and container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.) * Experience integrating with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, and Azure IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.