Aviation Cloud Solutions Architect (AVS Innovation Lab)

Job Description

Location: Singapore, SingaporeThales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we’re driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.In Singapore, Thales has been a trusted partner since 1973, originally focused on aerospace activities in the Asia-Pacific region. With 2,000 employees across three local sites, we deliver cutting-edge solutions across aerospace (including air traffic management), defence and security, and digital identity and cybersecurity sectors. Together, we’re shaping the future by enabling customers to make pivotal decisions that safeguard communities and power progress.Summary:
You will join a forward-looking innovation lab – called International Avionics Lab – dedicated to exploring and developing next-generation aviation and digital solutions, located in Singapore. Operating at the intersection of avionics, cloud technologies and advanced software platforms, the Lab brings together multidisciplinary experts to design, prototype and demonstrate innovative operational concepts bringing improvements to air traffic management and airline/airport operations across Singapore, the Asia-Pacific region, and beyond. Our team works in an agile environment that fosters initiative, experimentation and innovative thinking, and is in constant relationship with local operational stakeholders.You will design the cloud architectures supporting the Lab’s digital platforms and innovation projects. You propose scalable, secure and resilient cloud solutions enabling distributed applications, data processing and communication services.Responsibilities:Define infrastructure patterns for distributed applications and data serviceSelect appropriate cloud services and deployment strategiesDesign scalable and resilient cloud architectures of the Lab’s platforms and innovation demonstrators, thinking out of the box, and work collaboratively with the rest of the team to build a shared approach consensusProvide technical guidance for cloud-native development and deploymentsLead cloud-related technical projects when required​RequirementsTypically 5+ years in cloud architecture or distributed platform engineeringDegree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or IT, or equivalent experienceBackground in aerospace, avionics, airline operation IT systems or air traffic managementStrong experience designing cloud-native architecturesExperience in AWS / Azure / GCP, Kubernetes, container platforms, infrastructure-as-code (Terraform), microservices architectures, CI/CD pipelines.Messaging broker middleware / COTS packages such as Kafka producer / consumer and Kafka Streams, MQ, …Capabilities to assess the cybersecurity of cloud technologies, architectures and deployments (e.g. how things are connected and potential risk areas)Knowledge of several programming languages (e.g. Python, C/C++, Kotlin, TypeScript, Ada or Java 6) or frameworks (React, Swing) Enjoy translating complex operational and technical needs into robust architecturesDemonstrated experience guiding small teams and / or junior software engineersOther Information:Working Location: Suntec CityWorking Hours: Monday – Friday, 9am – 6pmAt Thales, we’re committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you’ll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.

Singapore