IT Platform Architect Job Maastricht Limburg Netherlands,IT/Tech

The selected candidate must reside either at this location or within a reasonable proximity that allows for the satisfactory execution of their duties.
Nature of competition: Internal and external competition
Applicable regulations: General conditions of employment governing servants at the EUROCONTROL Maastricht Centre
Duration of appointment: 5 Year(s) - renewal or conversion of the contract is possible under certain conditions see “Useful information” section
Security clearance: Security vetting may be required in accordance with the relevant EUROCONTROL security provisions
Directorate/Service: MUAC/ENG/SAS/ASE
- The Architecture & System Engineering Team
Working arrangement: EUROCONTROL operates a hybrid working model that combines onsite presence with remote work opportunities. Remote working is subject to specific limits set out in internal rules and must align with business needs and managerial approval.
Please note that full-time remote work is not permitted.
Reserve list: Applicable
- See details in the “Useful information” section
Provide technical expertise, guidance and contributions on IT platform architecture activities of safety-critical ATM systems by supporting the development and coordination of architecture roadmaps, aligning them with the organisation’s strategic vision and technology transformation plans, to ensure seamless integration and scalability of solutions for mission/safety-critical software systems.
Collaborate with internal partners and external providers to make architecture decisions, define project goals, and ensure technical soundness.
Work with cross-functional teams to implement architectural changes and design, build, and deploy solutions that align with organisational needs and meet enterprise standards.
Analyse technical requirements and constraints, translating them into practical, fit-for-purpose solutions that address business needs while optimising performance and security.
Ensure adherence to architecture standards, policies, and security practices, overseeing architecture governance processes and addressing any compliance discrepancies, vulnerabilities and/or threats.
Develop, review, and maintain technical documentation (i.e. standards, processes).
Stay updated on latest technological developments/methods/best practices/trends and share them within the internal community to enhance organizational knowledge.
Carry out any other task in line with the main purpose of the job.

Required qualifications, experience & competencies

Completion of relevant third level studies (e.g. Engineering, Computer Science), meeting European Qualifications Framework (EQF) Level 6 followed by at least 4 years relevant professional experience to carry out the advertised responsibilities
Completion of relevant third level studies (e.g. Engineering, Computer Science), meeting European Qualifications Framework (EQF) Level 7 followed by at least 3 years relevant professional experience to carry out the advertised responsibilities
Internal candidates can check on the intranet to see what level of in-house experience is considered equivalent to educational qualifications where appropriate.
Experience in system architecture or a related role, with a focus on the IT platform layer
Experience with designing complex systems that require a high level or reliability, stringent governance processes and include purpose-built components (e.g. banking, aviation, defence).
Experience with modern platform technologies, frameworks, and architectural principles (e.g., service-oriented architecture, container orchestration, API integration, AMQP message brokers, Kafka event streaming, IaC, Open Telemetry, CI/CD pipelines, security principles).
Knowledge of network design and network protocols.
Knowledge of private and hybrid cloud computing.
Technical drafting skills in English.
Experience in ATM and/or understanding of ATM systems would be considered a strong asset.
Customer Focus:
You adapt services to respond to customer needs.
Problem solving:
You are able to anticipate and solve business issues.
Analytical thinking:
You are able to analyse information and identify relationships.
Teamwork:
You foster teamwork.
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