Start date: 01-09-2025
Location : Brussels
Languages : English
Remote Politics: 2/3 days on-site
Contract: Freelance or Permanent
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Software Solution Architect to lead the design and implementation of enterprise-grade software solutions. This role focuses on modernizing legacy systems, integrating with mainframe environments, and architecting scalable, secure, and high-performance applications using technologies such as Java, SQL, and modern integration frameworks.
* Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop end-to-end software architectures that support business transformation and modernization initiatives.
* Lead the integration of modern applications with mainframe systems, ensuring seamless data flow and operational continuity.
* Collaborate with business stakeholders, developers, and infrastructure teams to define technical requirements and solution blueprints.
* Evaluate and recommend technologies, tools, and frameworks aligned with enterprise architecture standards.
* Ensure solutions are scalable, maintainable, and secure, following best practices and compliance requirements.
* Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams throughout the software development lifecycle.
* Conduct architecture reviews, code assessments, and performance tuning.
* Stay current with emerging technologies and trends in cloud computing, microservices, API management, and DevOps.
* Required QualificationsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
* Proven experience as a Solution Architect or Senior Software Engineer in enterprise environments.
* Strong expertise in:
* Java (Spring Boot, Jakarta EE)
* SQL (Oracle, PostgreSQL, or similar)
* Integration technologies (REST, SOAP, JMS, Kafka, etc.)
* Mainframe systems (e.g., IBM z/OS, COBOL, DB2) and modernization strategies
* Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
* Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and Agile methodologies.
* Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
* Preferred SkillsExperience with API gateways, event-driven architectures, and data streaming.
* Knowledge of legacy system refactoring and re-platforming strategies.
* Certifications in cloud architecture or enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF) are a plus.