About the role We are looking for a Solution Architect to design innovative IT solutions and support presales activities for strategic projects. You will collaborate with internal experts, vendors, and clients to deliver high-quality architectures that meet business and technical needs. Your responsibilitiesPresales & Client EngagementSupport business development teams in defining solution strategiesParticipate in client meetings and presentations to showcase technical and business valueSolution DesignCreate end-to-end architectures for custom development and integration projectsEnsure scalability, security, and compliance in all solutionsProposal & Tender ManagementPrepare detailed technical proposals and contribute to commercial offersManage public tender responses, ensuring compliance with regulationsVendor CollaborationEvaluate software products and negotiate terms with vendorsIntegrate third-party solutions into overall architectureInternal CoordinationWork closely with competence centers to leverage expertiseAct as a bridge between technical teams and business stakeholders What we're looking forTechnical ExpertiseStrong background in IT architecture and solution designExperience with custom development and system integration projectPresales & TenderingProven track record in presales support and proposal writingFamiliarity with public sector procurement processesVendor ManagementSkilled in evaluating and integrating third-party solutionsCommunication SkillsExcellent presentation and stakeholder management abilitiesAnalytical & Strategic ThinkingAbility to translate client needs into practical, innovative solutions Soft skills:Influencing and negotiation skillsStrong collaboration and leadership qualitiesAdaptability in dynamic environmentsClient-oriented mindset Nice to have:Experience with multi-cloud environmentsKnowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (Togaf)Understanding of security and regulatory standards in public sector IT Location: Brussels - HybridLanguages: ENG + FR or NL (public sector so it is a must)