System Designer with German (m/f/d)

Position Description

We’re establishing a brand-new technology and innovation hub in Sofia – and you can be part of it from day one.

Here, you won’t just be shaping our services for German clients; you’ll also help us build a strong presence in the Bulgarian market. You’ll collaborate closely with our teams in Germany, bring in your ideas, and influence the tools, processes, and culture of our new Sofia location from the ground up.

In short: We’re blending the energy of a fresh start with the reliability of a global player. If you’re excited about building something new both locally and internationally, this is the place to make your mark. Apply now and be part of our success story in Sofia! #BePartofourStory Let‘s #GrowTogetherNow

Your future duties and responsibilities

Applications for this position will remain open until 31 December 2026. Candidates are kindly asked to submit their CV in German and English.

In this role, you will design and develop practical technical solutions for application development or IT infrastructure, depending on the specific assignment. You will translate requirements into system designs, evaluate technologies and implementation options, and assess integration, security, operational, cost and risk considerations. You will work closely with architecture, development, operations, testing and project teams, provide technical leadership during implementation, and support the acceptance, rollout and transition of solutions into operations.

• Translate requirements and architectural specifications into implementable technical solutions
• Create technical concepts, system designs and decision documents
• Evaluate technologies, products and alternative implementation approaches
• Prepare make-or-buy analyses and weighted decision evaluations
• Assess compatibility, integration capabilities, operational feasibility, costs and risks
• Support security approvals and technical risk assessments
• Coordinate with architecture, development, operations, testing and project management
• Provide technical leadership during implementation
• Support the handover of applications and infrastructure into operations
• Support technical acceptance, rollout and go-live activities
• Provide technical guidance, knowledge transfer and employee development

Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role

• German B2-C1
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, Technical Computer Science or a comparable field
• At least five years of professional experience in system design, software development or infrastructure design
• For application development: experience with Java, Spring, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3 and integration architectures
• For infrastructure: experience with Windows, Active Directory, Entra ID, networks, firewalls, virtualization and cloud technologies
• Knowledge of IT standards, security, operational requirements, costs and risks
• Experience with databases, servers, middleware, containers or hybrid cloud solutions is desirable
• Ability to evaluate technical alternatives and communicate recommendations clearly
• Experience coordinating technical implementation teams
• Experience in public administration or regulated environments is desirable, but not mandatory
• Strong communication, facilitation and problem-solving skills
• ITIL, TOGAF, ArchiMate, cloud, networking, security or ServiceNow certification is desirable

What We Offer

• Team Culture: You’ll find colleagues here who make collaboration enjoyable. We interact openly, use first names across all levels, and don’t think in hierarchies or silos
• Contract & Working Time: Permanent, full-time contract with a standard 8-hour workday
• Flexible Work Setup: Enjoy the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model – combining office presence in Sofia with remote work from home
• Working Hours: Flexible working hours tailored to project needs and client requirements
• Leave Policy: 25 days of paid vacation 1 day for your Birthday
• Premium supplementary health insurance package: Including coverage for prescription glasses, reimbursement of medical expenses, and dental care
• Volunteer Opportunities: Make a positive impact with 8 hours of paid leave for voluntary work
• Career Development: Benefit from clear career progression paths and opportunities to grow within the company
• Continuous Learning: Access our internal learning platform, CGI Academia, to shape your skills based on your interests. Learn up to 9 languages via goFLUENT
• Referral Rewards: Extend your network – refer friends and earn bonuses through our rewarded referral program
• Health & Wellbeing: Access our Health and Wellbeing Portal for resources that support your physical and mental health
• Multisport Benefit: Аvailable at a preferential price for access to various sports and wellness facilities
• Office Environment: Work in a state-of-the-art co-working space in Sofia, with complimentary coffee, tea, and water to keep you refreshed throughout the day

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

That same commitment to fairness extends to how we use technology. To support our recruitment team, AI tools may be used to help assess applications though they never replace human judgement. All hiring decisions remain entirely in the hands of our recruitment professionals.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.