Shape the Future of Renewable Energy

At Bright Renewables, we develop and deliver innovative technologies for the production and processing of renewable gases such as biogas, bio-LNG, and CO₂ recovery systems. Our solutions help customers worldwide reduce emissions and accelerate the energy transition.

As our products and installations become increasingly digitalized and connected, software is playing a critical role in performance, reliability, cybersecurity, and scalability. We are looking for an experienced Software Architect who wants to shape the future of industrial software within a fast-growing and innovative organization.

This is a unique opportunity to influence technology strategy, drive standardization, and build software platforms that support sustainable energy solutions deployed around the world.

Why Join Bright Renewables?

Make a Real Impact

Your work directly contributes to the global energy transition and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

Shape Our Software Strategy

You will play a leading role in defining the software architecture and technology roadmap for our products and installations, influencing software standards and best practices across the organization.

Work on Meaningful Technical Challenges

Combine software architecture, industrial automation, OT/IT integration, cybersecurity, connectivity, and sustainable technology in one role. You will work with technologies such as Siemens TIA Portal, Step 7, WinCC Unified, IXON Portal, OPC UA, Profinet, Modbus, and industrial communication systems.

Influence the Future

As software becomes increasingly important to our products, you will help establish standards, best practices, and ways of working across the organization.

International and Entrepreneurial Environment

Join a growing international family-owned company where ideas are valued, initiative is encouraged, and successes are celebrated together.

Your role as a Software Architect - Industrial Systems & Renewable Energy

As Software Architect, you will serve as the technical authority for software development within Bright Renewables. You will work closely with a team of seven software engineers, as well as process engineers and product managers, to ensure that our software solutions remain scalable, secure, maintainable, and future-proof.

Operating at the intersection of product development, engineering, and operational excellence, you will play a key role in the further professionalization of software within Bright Renewables. You will help define standards, best practices, and ways of working that support the company’s long-term growth and technology ambitions.

In this role, you will balance a long-term architectural vision with hands-on involvement in product development and complex customer projects. You will play a key role in defining software strategy, guiding technical decisions, and driving best practices across the organization.

You will report directly to the manager E&I and Software.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the software architecture across our products, platforms, and installations;

• Establish software development standards, architectural guidelines, and best practices;

• Drive software standardization, modularity, and reusability across products and projects;

• Ensure seamless integration between software, PLC/automation, electrical engineering, and process technology;

• Support engineering and project teams in solving complex technical challenges;

• Translate product strategy into technical roadmaps and architectural decisions;

• Strengthen cybersecurity and secure-by-design principles throughout our software landscape;

• Define and improve testing, validation, software quality, and lifecycle management processes;

• Coach and mentor software engineers while promoting knowledge sharing across teams;

• Evaluate emerging technologies and identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement.

Our requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Automation Engineering, or a related field;

• At least 8 years of experience in software development, including experience in a Software Architect, Lead Engineer, or similar senior technical role;

• Experience with industrial software, automation systems, and OT/IT integration;

• Knowledge of PLC environments and industrial automation platforms (Siemens S7 / TIA Portal is a strong advantage);

• Strong understanding of software architecture, system integration, software lifecycle management, and design principles;

• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and secure software development practices;

• Experience within industrial equipment, machinery, process technology, energy, or related engineering environments;

• Strong communication skills and the ability to align technical decisions with business objectives;

• A proactive mindset and passion for innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• Competitive employment conditions and a salary aligned with your experience and qualifications;

• An attractive annual profit-sharing bonus (paid in September) after a minimum of 12 months of employment;

• Excellent pension scheme;

• Commuting allowance of €0.23 per kilometer in accordance with the company employment regulations;

• Annual holiday allowance of 8%;

• The option to work either 32 or 40 hours per week;

• Flexible start times between 7:00 and 9:00 AM;

• Extensive opportunities to work from home;

• The opportunity to work for a market leader in sustainable energy with a strong focus on innovation, winner of the Oryx and FD Gazelle Awards 2024;

• A position within an international family-owned company where your ideas matter and successes are celebrated together;

• The chance to join a team consisting of both early-career and experienced professionals;

• From 2026 onwards: work in a brand-new, sustainably built office equipped with the latest sustainable technologies and facilities in Hengelo;

• A high degree of autonomy and responsibility;

• Plenty of opportunities for professional and technical development;

• Access to the latest bicycle through our bike leasing scheme;

• Earn gift vouchers by commuting by bicycle.

Application Process

Applying to Bright is quick and straightforward.

Submit your CV and motivation letter via the application button. We will contact you within 14 days regarding the next steps in the process.

Would you like more information beforehand?

Please contact Wybren Broersma - Manager E&I and Software or Natalia Wisniewska Corporate Recruiter at +31 (0)88 460 90 80.