Solution Architect
Antwerp
Digital - Architecture
Bachelor, Master
Work experience: 10+
Reference number: 91365
Description/Role:
As a Senior Solution Architect you will help build Telenet’s application landscape, working closely with the Product & Technology and Customer Operations circles during a critical initiative involving shared services and network integration. The consultant will bridge the gap until a permanent hire is onboarded and coach the new internal architect during transition.
Responsibilities:
- Define end-to-end solution architecture for initiatives aligned with Telenet’s vision, guardrails and business objectives.
- Translate business needs into solution designs, alternatives, and transformation roadmaps.
- Document decisions, assumptions, and pro/con analyses for forums and stakeholders.
- Engage in stakeholder management across multiple teams and tribes.
- Provide guidance and coaching to the future internal architect.
- Ensure compliance with architectural principles and long-term modernization goals.
What are we looking for?
Education & LanguagesSkilled in modelling techniques and notations: UML, BPMN, ArchiMate, C4 Model Experience working in Agile and Lean Architecture environments. Hands-on experience defining high-level solution designs (not low-level technical design). Strong communication, stakeholder management, and facilitation skills. Ability to coach, challenge, and guide architects and engineering teams.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in IT (or equivalent experience).
- Fluent in English (mandatory).
Architecture Expertise
- 10+ years of experience in Solution Architecture or Enterprise Architecture.
- Strong knowledge of architectural and design principles:
- Domain-Driven Design (DDD)
- Microservices
- SOLID
- API-driven integration
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Dutch language skills.
- Experience in telecom environments (BSS/OSS concepts, integration patterns).
- Awareness of generative AI concepts and architectural implications.
- Agile certifications (experience is more important than certification
What do we offer?
Location: Mechelen (hybrid)
Contract: Permanent or Freelance
Duration: 01/01/2026 - 30/06/2026
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