Senior Software Architect
Join DNV Imatis: Shaping the Future of Healthcare
At DNV Imatis, we are dedicated to transforming healthcare by eliminating friction and empowering healthcare providers through innovative digital solutions. With over 30 years of experience and a rapidly expanding international presence, we are seeking a visionary and experienced Senior Software Architect to help us shape the next generation of healthcare technology.
Are you passionate about designing robust, scalable, and secure solutions that make a real difference in people’s lives? If so, we would love to hear from you!
Your Role as Senior Software Architect
As a key member of our Research & Development team, you will:
- Lead the design and evolution of software architecture, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and adherence to industry best practices for a large-scale, integrated healthcare technology solution.
- Oversee the enhancement of current platforms by integrating security requirements at every stage of the software development lifecycle.
- Document and communicate architectural decisions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Collaborate closely with developers, domain experts, and clinical advisors to ensure systems meet functional, architectural, and security requirements.
- Evaluate and adopt modern technologies and architectural patterns, such as service-oriented, event-driven architectures and cloud-native solutions.
- Ensure high quality, security, and performance through technical leadership, code reviews, and architectural assessments.
- Contribute to strategic technology choices and roadmap planning in close cooperation with management.
- Participate in cross-functional teams and continuously improve development processes.
- Work closely with the Security Architect to ensure compliance with healthcare data privacy regulations (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR) and industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, FHIR).
Qualifications and Experience
We are looking for candidates with:
- At least 10 years of professional software development experience, including several years in architectural roles.
- Proven track record in designing and implementing complex, scalable software systems—ideally within healthcare, finance, or other regulated sectors.
- Strong knowledge of modern development languages and frameworks (e.g., .NET, Node.js, React/Angular, Kubernetes, Docker, Azure/AWS).
- Experience with ICT infrastructure, including networking, servers, storage, and cloud services.
- Experience with system integration (API design).
- Solid understanding of security, privacy (GDPR), and secure-by-design principles.
- Experience with DevOps, CI/CD, and automated testing.
- Demonstrated experience mentoring development teams and promoting best practices.
- Experience producing clear architectural documentation and engaging with diverse stakeholders.
- Fluency in English; Scandinavian language skills are an advantage.
Personal Attributes
- Strategic thinker with the ability to see both the big picture and the details.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Curious, proactive, and eager to explore new technologies.
- Strong problem-solving skills and resilience in tackling complex challenges.
- Collaborative team player who builds trust and inspires others.
- Deep empathy for end users—healthcare professionals and patients.
What We Offer
- A meaningful role where your work directly contributes to safer and smarter healthcare.
- Collaboration with passionate colleagues from Norway, the UK, Sweden, Denmark, Australia, and Italy.
- Modern office environments in Porsgrunn and Sandefjord, with flexible work arrangements.
- The opportunity to influence technology choices and architecture in products that make a real difference.
- Access to professional development, courses, and mentoring from leading experts.
- An inclusive and supportive workplace culture.
How to Apply
Please submit your application via the job advert link. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Sturle Furland, (+47) 970 96 152.
As we are entering a few weeks of summer vacation, the recruitment process will start in August.
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. Join us in enabling safer, smarter healthcare!
- Department
- Research & Development (R&D)
- Locations
- Porsgrunn
Porsgrunn
About DNV Imatis
DNV Imatis is a Scandinavian software and information technology provider specialising in solutions tailored for the healthcare sector. Our team is driven by a shared passion for leveraging technological advancements to drive human progress.
Comprising a diverse range of professionals, from product owners and system engineers to salespeople, developers, application specialists, product designers, and testers, our team reflects a rich tapestry of knowledge and personalities.
We hold a distinctive position, having delivered eHealth solutions to hospitals and municipalities in Norway and internationally for more than two decades. Our collective aim is to craft digital tools that empower healthcare providers to orchestrate safe and excellent care. We take pride in the fact that we develop and enhance all our software in-house, and our commitment to excellence has been recognised through various accolades. Including innovation prizes from esteemed entities such as the Confederation of Norwegian Enterprise and the Rosing prize.
Our Purpose is to safeguard life, property, and the environment.
Our Vision is to be a trusted voice to tackle global transformations.
Driven by our purpose, we empower healthcare providers to orchestrate safe and excellent care. With our unique combination of technical and healthcare expertise, our vision is reflected in being a trusted voice in creating sustainable healthcare environments.
We hold our values dearly. Our values are beliefs that shape our culture and performance.
We care for and support each other, the patients and their caregivers.
We dare to be bold, to explore, to be different and to be innovative.
We share our knowledge and experience to constantly improve. We collaborate with each other and our customers and partners, and we continue to grow and develop as a result.
DNV Imatis is part of the DNV Group
DNV is an independent assurance and risk management provider, operating in more than 100 countries. Through its broad experience and deep expertise DNV advances safety and sustainable performance, sets industry standards, and inspires and invents solutions.
Driven by its purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, DNV helps its customers seize opportunities and tackle the risks arising from global transformations. DNV is a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful and forward-thinking companies.