Software Architect

Simaero is a leading independent pilot training organization operating full-flight simulators across France, South Africa, China, and India, with expansion underway in the Middle East. Backed by Rive Private Investment, we deliver mandatory recurrent and type-rating training for commercial airline pilots. We are building the technology backbone to support our multi-country growth and are looking for a new kind of software architect—one who designs systems and ships them through AI-powered agentic coding.

THE ROLE

This is not a traditional development position. You will be responsible for designing, specifying, and delivering SaaS applications—both internal tools and client-facing software—using agentic AI coding tools as your primary means of implementation. You will work across HR systems, training management platforms, operational dashboards, data infrastructure, and customer-facing products that serve our airline clients.

The right candidate thinks in systems, writes precise specifications, understands software architecture deeply, and leverages AI pair-programming and agentic coding workflows (e.g., Claude Code, Cursor, Copilot Workspace, Devin-class tools) to produce production-grade code at speed. You are the architect and the AI is your construction crew.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design end-to-end software architectures for internal and client-facing SaaS applications (HRIS integrations, CBTA data models, training management platforms, client portals, 360° evaluation tools).
• Write detailed functional and technical specifications that serve as precise prompts for agentic AI coding tools.
• Implement solutions primarily through AI-assisted and agentic coding workflows, reviewing, testing, and iterating on AI-generated code.
• Define data models, API contracts, and system integration patterns across a multi-country, multi-entity corporate structure.
• Own the full delivery lifecycle: from requirements gathering with business stakeholders to deployment and maintenance.
• Evaluate, select, and configure AI coding tools and platforms; stay current with the rapidly evolving AI-assisted development ecosystem.
• Establish coding standards, review processes, and quality assurance practices adapted to AI-generated codebases.
• Collaborate directly with the Group CEO and department heads to translate business needs into technical solutions.

REQUIRED PROFILE

Education

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field (Bachelor’s or Master’s).
• Equivalent self-taught profiles with demonstrated architectural thinking and a strong portfolio will be considered.

Experience

• 0–5 years of experience in software development, software architecture, or technical product delivery.
• Demonstrated experience designing systems (even in academic or personal projects counts—we value architectural maturity over years on a CV).
• Hands-on experience with AI-assisted coding tools (Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or similar) is a strong plus.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of software architecture patterns (microservices, event-driven, API-first), data modelling, and system design.
• Ability to write clear, structured, and unambiguous technical specifications.
• Understanding of databases (relational and document), cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Comfort working with and evaluating AI-generated code: reviewing, debugging, refactoring, and ensuring quality.

Soft Skills

• Systems thinker who can zoom between big-picture architecture and implementation detail.
• Autonomous, rigorous, and comfortable owning projects end-to-end.
• Excellent written communication—your specs are your primary deliverable.
• Curious and adaptive: excited by the paradigm shift that AI-assisted development represents.
• Fluent in English; French is a plus but not required.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Join a fast-growing international scale-up (+25% per year), at the heart of an exciting sector that combines technology and human development.
• Be part of a diverse and inclusive team, interacting with colleagues, clients, and authorities from many countries worldwide.
• Enjoy management that prioritizes proximity and active listening.
• Benefit from flexible working conditions
• Join a close-knit team where conviviality and a spirit of sharing prevail.
• Competitive monthly remuneration and annual bonus depending on mutually agreed objectives, health insurance, access to a company restaurant, and employee savings plans via PEE and PERECO.
• A pioneering role at the intersection of AI and enterprise software in a fast-growing, PE-backed international company.
• Direct access to senior leadership and real impact on the company’s digital transformation.
• Exposure to a complex, multi-country operational environment (France, South Africa, China, India, Saudi Arabia).
• The opportunity to define and build a new function from the ground up—this is a foundational hire, not a backfill.

HOW TO APPLY

Send your CV and a short note explaining how you approach building software with AI tools. We value clarity of thought over length—show us how you think about architecture and specs.

Portfolio projects, GitHub repositories, or examples of AI-assisted work are warmly welcomed.