PWe're looking for a strategic and hands-on Enterprise Architect to lead the design and evolution of IT architecture in a fast-paced, innovation-driven payments environment. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of business and technology and is passionate about shaping scalable, secure, and future-ready systems. Key responsibilities Define and maintain enterprise and solution architectures Translate business strategy into IT architecture and system design Lead architectural governance and security reviews Drive simplification and modernization of IT systems Ensure compliance with group-wide architecture standards Collaborate with cross-functional teams on cloud, API, and data architecture What you bring 5 years in enterprise architecture 5 years in acquiring, issuing, or payments Strong knowledge of financial services and data architecture Experience with cloud technologies and API integration (preferred) Architecture certification (e.g., Togaf); project management cert is a plus Fluent in English active/passive knowledge of Dutch or French Soft skills: Strategic thinker with hands-on execution Strong communicator and influencer Proactive, autonomous, and adaptable Team player with a flexible mindset /p