Senior Enterprise Architect Public Sector
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9 hours ago
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Job Summary
We are currently seeking for an experienced Solution / Enterprise Architect to strengthen its Public Sector practice in Belgium. You will act as a trusted advisor to key government organisations such as FOD BOSA Digitaal Vlaanderen and SPW Digital. Your role bridges business strategy and technical execution ensuring the design and governance of scalable secure and future-proof architectures.
Key responsibilities
Sales & Account Development
- Identify and develop opportunities within public sector clients
- Contribute to and lead presales and proposal development
- Build strong stakeholder networks across client organisations
- Support public tenders framework agreements and bid reviews
- Drive scope extensions and revenue growth
Architecture Design & Governance
- Design enterprise and solution architectures for complex programmes
- Define blueprints using TOGAF ArchiMate and OSLO standards
- Lead architecture boards and ensure compliance (security scalability interoperability)
- Advise on cloud strategies (Azure preferred AWS GCP) aligned with G-Cloud
- Embed NIS2 GDPR ISO 27001 requirements in all designs
Client Advisory & Stakeholder Engagement
- Act as lead architecture advisor at management level
- Translate technical concepts into clear executive communication
- Lead governance bodies (steering committees architecture boards)
- Influence strategic decisions and promote best practices
- Contribute to thought leadership and market visibility
Delivery & Quality
- Ensure high-quality on-time delivery of architecture artefacts
- Collaborate with delivery teams to ensure implementation alignment
- Identify and mitigate architectural risks
- Apply company methodologies and quality standards
Knowledge & Team Development
- Contribute to the architecture community of practice
- Develop reusable frameworks and accelerators
- Mentor junior consultants and architects
- Support recruitment and team development
Qualifications :
Experience & Skills
- 8 years in IT architecture (4 years in Belgian public sector)
- Public Sector Knowledge: Familiarity with key institutions and frameworks
- Frameworks: Strong expertise in TOGAF (ADM) ArchiMate
- Integration: APIs microservices integration platforms (e.g. MuleSoft Kong)
- Cloud: Azure (preferred) Kubernetes DevSecOps
- Presales: Proven experience in RFPs/tenders with successful outcomes
- Dutch and/or French English (bilingual is a plus)
- Strong client focus and advisory mindset
- Ability to simplify complex topics for senior stakeholders
- Excellent communication influence and leadership skills
- Structured results-driven and able to manage multiple priorities
- Curious and proactive about innovation and eGovernment trends
Additional Information :
What to expect from working at Sopra Steria
- Work on high-impact digitalisation programmes that shape the future of Belgian public services.
- Be part of a multidisciplinary consulting team of 160 experts with deep public sector expertise.
- Clear career path from Manager to Senior Manager and beyond supported by structured career development.
- Access a strong architecture community of practice certifications and continuous learning programmes.
- Competitive remuneration package hybrid working model and a culture that values both performance and wellbeing.
Ready to take the next step
Were here to support you all the way and we are looking forward to your application!
Sopra Steria is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age ancestry nationality color family or medical leave gender identity or expression genetic information immigration status marital status medical condition national origin physical or mental disability political affiliation protected veteran or military status race ethnicity religion gender (including pregnancy) sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws regulations and ordinances. We foster a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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About Company
Sopra Steria, a major Tech player in Europe with 52,000* employees in nearly 30 countries, is recognised for its consulting, digital services and solutions. It helps its clients drive their digital transformation and obtain tangible and sustainable benefits. The Group provides end-to- ... View more
