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Senior Infrastructure Architect – Cloud & Connectivity

Digital
Infrastructure
Bachelor
Location
Zaventem, Flemish Brabant
Work type
Consultancy
Work model
Fulltime, Hybrid

Our client, a major operator in the transport and aviation sector, is looking for an experienced professional to shape their technological landscape. This role involves translating business strategy into a robust infrastructure architecture that ensures scalability and future-readiness across diverse technological domains.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and evolve technological standards to meet the organization's evolving needs while facilitating interaction between key stakeholders.
  • Prepare comprehensive decision-making documentation for architecture governance bodies to ensure informed strategic choices.
  • Develop and implement reference architectures that provide actionable standards for project teams and procurement processes.
  • Provide architectural guidance within project teams by delivering key technology deliverables and evaluating vendor proposals.
  • Define the long-term infrastructure roadmap by aligning functional digital requirements with technical possibilities and risk management.
  • Synthesize complex technical dossiers into clear, visual representations and strategic directions for both executive and technical audiences.

Requirements

  • You have 8+ years of experience in ICT architecture and infrastructure design.
  • You possess 3+ years of specialized experience in at least two domains such as Cloud, Connectivity, Cybersecurity, or IoT.
  • You have 2+ years of experience in roles requiring stakeholder facilitation and cross-team collaboration.
  • You bring a Master’s degree in a technical field such as ICT or Engineering, or equivalent through experience.
  • You possess a strong strategic mindset with the ability to bridge the gap between business objectives and technical implementation.
  • You have proven skills in translating complex business models into Architecture Patterns and system requirements.
  • You're able to create visual representations of architectural designs and long-term roadmaps.
  • You are proactive, analytical, and solution-oriented in structuring complex proposals.
  • You are fluent in English with at least passive knowledge of Dutch.

Nice to Haves

  • Experience working within critical infrastructure environments.
  • Familiarity with I-OT and Telecom infrastructure.
  • Willingness to quickly absorb domain-specific knowledge related to large-scale transport hubs.

Offer

  • Start date: 03/08/2026
  • Duration: 31/12/2026
  • Work regime: Full-time
  • Location: Zaventem
  • Working model: Onsite
  • Contract: open to both permanent employees and freelancers
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