Are you ready to lead the charge in designing and implementing cutting-edge IT solutions? As a Solution Architect, you'll bridge the gap between business goals and technical execution, ensuring robust, scalable, and future-ready architectures for our clients. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and exceptional stakeholder management skills.
Responsibilities:
* Solution Design: Craft end-to-end IT solutions that align with client objectives, technical needs, and enterprise architecture principles.
* Architecture Governance: Ensure compliance with organizational standards through active participation in architecture governance processes.
* Collaboration: Work closely with clients, internal teams, and external stakeholders to define requirements and translate them into effective solutions.
* Pre-Sales Support: Provide technical expertise during pre-sales engagements, including preparing proposals, presenting solutions, and assessing feasibility.
* Agile Delivery: Embed architectural best practices into Agile development cycles, enabling iterative and efficient delivery.
* Technology Advisory: Guide clients on technology choices, cloud migration strategies, containerization, and open-source adoption.
* Knowledge Sharing: Foster a culture of continuous improvement by sharing knowledge within the architecture community.
* Stakeholder Management: Build strong, long-term relationships with clients and teams to ensure smooth communication and collaboration.
Required Skills:
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
* Proven experience in roles like Technical Architect, Software Architect, or Systems Architect.
* Proficiency in software development with languages such as Java or C#/.NET.
* In-depth knowledge of cloud technologies (e.g., MS Azure IaaS), containerization, API management, and open-source tools.
* Hands-on experience with backend solutions like Kafka, CI/CD pipelines, and microservices architecture.
* Expertise in Agile methodologies (SCRUM) and frameworks such as TOGAF.
* Familiarity with tools like ArchiMate and Sparx Systems Enterprise Architect.
* Strong background in application modernization, legacy transformation, and enterprise resource planning.
* Analytical mindset and excellent communication skills.
* Proactive approach with the ability to take initiative and lead discussions.
* Fluency in Dutch and English (spoken and written) is mandatory.
What We Offer:
* A competitive salary and excellent secondary benefits.
* Opportunities for professional growth with challenging projects at both national and international levels.
* A personal development plan tailored to your career goals.
* Flexibility with a hybrid working model (2-3 days in-office or at client locations).
* A dynamic and supportive work environment where your expertise will make a tangible impact.
Join us to make your mark in the world of IT architecture while working alongside like-minded professionals in a collaborative environment.