Software Architect

About Us

Innovation is part of Lely's DNA since its foundation in 1948. With a focus on solving farming problems, Lely has become the leader in robotics and farm management we know today with over 1,600 active patents.

Lely Turkey Software Development is based in Istanbul but delivers solutions to all of our group entities globally, developing the farm management software “Lely Horizon” that Lely farmers with over 57,000 Lely robots use in more than 45 countries.

At Lely Turkey Software Development, We work together with our Dutch colleagues using new technologies such as Cloud Computing, the latest and greatest JavaScript Frameworks, Machine Learning, Continuous Development and Continuous Integration, Container Management Platforms, Edge Computing, and Automated Testing.

As the Software Architect, your primary responsibility will be to provide expert guidance on architectural decisions and technological implementations across all domains within the Lely Turkey Product Development. This role involves defining and communicating a cohesive technical vision to ensure that the system being developed aligns with its intended purpose. You will collaborate closely with teams to support the implementation of defined architectures, ensuring adherence to established standards and best practices. Additionally, you'll play a key role in selecting appropriate technologies for products, considering both their suitability and compliance with company standards. In addressing engineering impediments beyond the scope of individual teams, you'll provide essential guidance and support. Your influence will extend to inspiring teams and chapters to adopt optimal engineering practices and embrace technical agility. Furthermore, you'll have the opportunity to showcase the architectural vision and new practices at PI Planning events, fostering alignment and shared understanding across teams. Finally, your involvement in recruitment processes will contribute to building a skilled and capable engineering team.

• Bachelor in Computer Science/Engineering or similar
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English  
• At least total of 10 years of experience as a backend and frontend application developer 
• Experience with C# and .NET development 
• Excellent knowledge of RESTful API Development
• Experience working with RDBMS and NoSQL databases 
• Working with version control systems (GitLab CI/CD or similar CI/CD tools)
• Understanding of networking and security and a strong emphasis on secure coding practices and secure system design
• Has worked in a microservices-oriented / modular monolith environment 
• Knowledge about designing and engineering for cloud environments such as Azure and AWS, GCP
• Experience with Azure and virtualization technologies
• Experience in message services  like RabbitMQ and Azure ServiceBus
• Experience with Unit Testing using available Testing frameworks in .NET environment
• Experience in dealing with large legacy code bases
• Demonstrate customer service focus in communications, decision-making, and actions in the Agile scrum software development process
• Share experiences and feedback with others to build their skills
• Open to feedback and adapts accordingly
• Has a strong desire to learn, explore, and teach new technologies and mentors software developers
• Proactively challenges the scrum team members to devise the best solution for the demands and administrates the actions for the agreed approach.
• Has experience with working in multi-cultural agile teams.

What do we offer?

• A job in a company culture driven by innovation where is contributed to the future of robotic farming in more than 45 countries worldwide
• Working with colleagues in the Netherlands and across the world; the opportunity to perfect your foreign language and explore different cultures on a daily basis
• Working with a friendly, creative, and dynamic team
• Space and freedom to innovate, design and implement new ideas
• Extensive learning & development programs; Lely Academy, Onboarding Program, Internal Training Program, and personal annual budget for each employee,
• Wellbeing programs; fitAtLely / Workshops like Breathwork, mindfulness, yoga etc;
• Time for socializing; Online & outdoor social events, barbeque parties at our terrace, billiards during your lunch break, Lely Family Day, and more
• Private health insurance
• Company-contributed private pension (BES)
• 3 additional paid leave days every year
• Gift certificate for your birthday
• Personal annual training budget
• Communication allowance
• Commuting allowance
• Breakfast, lunch, and snacks all day long
• Newborn gift, wedding gift, Lely T-Shirts and Sweatshirts and much more..

Our Working Model: Hybrid & flexible working hours

If you're looking for a company where you will be challenged, respected, valued and that's invested in your personal development, this is a great opportunity for you!