Solution Architect (Azure) – Belgium / Hybrid
Overview
We are supporting a leading organisation in the financial services sector in their search for an experienced Data Solution Architect to drive the design and delivery of modern, scalable data platforms.
This is a key role where you will take ownership of end-to-end solution architecture, ensuring that data solutions align with both business needs and enterprise-wide architectural standards. You’ll operate at the intersection of business and technology, translating complex requirements into robust, future-proof solutions.
Your Role
As a Data Solution Architect, you will play a central role throughout the full project lifecycle—from early-stage analysis to final delivery. You will shape architectural decisions, guide delivery teams, and ensure high-quality, consistent implementation.
Key responsibilities include:
* Designing and maintaining end-to-end data solution architectures
* Producing and governing architecture documentation and ensuring alignment with internal review processes
* Collaborating with enterprise and application architects to define technology stacks
* Driving best practices in development methodologies, frameworks, and coding standards
* Translating business requirements into scalable and efficient technical designs
* Supporting project leadership with planning, estimations, and technical insights
* Providing mentorship and technical direction to development and design teams
* Ensuring solutions are implemented in line with approved architecture
* Promoting reuse of existing assets and optimising overall solution efficiency
* Documenting architectural decisions and ensuring transparency across stakeholders
Requirements
* Your Profile
o Strong experience as a Data / Solution Architect in complex IT environments
o Proven track record delivering large-scale data solutions end-to-end
o Ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders effectively
o Structured, analytical mindset with a proactive and solution-oriented approach
o Comfortable working in collaborative, cross-functional teams
* Technical Expertise
Experience with the Microsoft Azure ecosystem is essential, including:
o Azure Databricks
o Azure Synapse Analytics
o Azure Data Factory
o Azure Analysis Services
o Azure SQL & Cosmos DB
o Azure API Management & App Services
o Azure DevOps
Additional assets:
o Knowledge of BI tools such as Power BI
o Experience with Archimate modelling
o Familiarity with tools like Sparx Enterprise Architect
o Strong understanding of cloud-based architectures
Benefits
* Long-term freelance opportunity on a strategic programme
* Work on impactful, large-scale data initiatives
* Collaborate with experienced architects and engineering teams
* Opportunity to shape modern data architecture within a mature enterprise environment
* If you're a Data Architect looking for your next challenge in a dynamic, enterprise setting, we’d love to hear from you.