Tech Lead Software Modernization
Antwerp
Digital - Architecture
Master
Work experience: 5-7
Reference number: 90124
Description/Role:
We are looking for a Tech Lead to join the Software Modernization team at our customer. This role focuses on modernizing applications, improving software delivery and operational performance, and guiding teams through technical transformation. The Tech Lead acts as a bridge between architecture and development, translating solution designs into actionable technical plans for implementation by external partners.
Responsibilities:
- Provide technical leadership across multiple teams
- Define technology implementation strategies
- Support architecture and product owners in roadmap development
- Promote technical standards and best practices
- Ensure quality attributes (security, maintainability, scalability, etc.)
- Reduce technical debt and improve code quality
- Guide cloudification and AI adoption
- Design software blueprints and skeletons
- Improve delivery, patching, and release processes
- Organize inspirational sessions and trainings
- Support business analysts in translating requirements into technical designs
- Review and approve partner deliverables
- Coach teams and conduct code reviews
- Collaborate with offshore teams (Infosys, Accenture)
What are we looking for?
Must have skills:
- Master’s in Information Systems or equivalent through experience
- Minimum 5 years in technical leadership, solution design, or enterprise software development
- Experience with solution design and architecture
- English (Dutch is a big plus)
- Knowledge of cloud, AI, CI/CD, databases, security
- Familiarity with enterprise software development and delivery processes
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to translate complex technical topics into business impact
- Leadership and mentoring capabilities
- Experience working with offshore teams
- Tech-agnostic mindset and willingness to explore new technologies
- Background in Telco industry, Full-stack development, public cloud environments, SDLC vision
Nice to have skills:
- Java
- Experience giving trainings or inspirational sessions
- Affinity with innovation and emerging technologies
- Awareness of market trends and open-source tools
What do we offer?
- Enjoy a competitive salary package with extra perks that recognize your talent.
- Advance your career with a clear growth path, coaching, and mentoring to support you.
- Thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment where you can truly make an impact.
- Work when and where you perform best, ensuring an optimal work-life balance.
- Choose a flexible transport solution, from a company car to a public transport subscription.
- Expand your network and enjoy unforgettable moments at exclusive events and afterworks.
- Grow your skills with external courses and our in-house Pauwels Academy.
- Work on exciting projects with industry leaders in Life Sciences, Engineering & Digital.
- Seize opportunities at every level, from a strong start to career acceleration and expert collaboration.
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