Chief Architect - Netherlands & Belgium

Tech Strategy & Enterprise Architecture

We are seeking an experienced Chief Architect to lead and shape the enterprise architecture vision within a large-scale, highly regulated financial environment operating across the Netherlands & Belgium.

In this strategic leadership role, you will define the target architecture, drive digital transformation, and lead architectural governance across complex business and technology domains. You will work closely with executive stakeholders, engineering leadership, and architecture communities to align technology strategy with business goals and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Define and drive enterprise target architecture
Translate strategy into architectural roadmaps
Lead transformation, simplification, and technical debt reduction initiatives
Govern cloud, platform, integration, and security architecture
Align architecture across domains, tribes, and business units
Lead and develop a high-performing architecture community
Support executive decision-making on technology strategy and investments

Requirements

Extensive experience as an Enterprise Architect or Chief/Lead Architect
Strong background within large-scale banking or regulated environments
Proven leadership experience within complex matrix organizations
Deep understanding of enterprise architecture, cloud, integration, infrastructure, and security
Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills
TOGAF / ArchiMate certifications are a plus

Package

Base salary between €10,000 - €16,500 gross per month
8% holiday allowance
13th month
Performance bonus
Lease car
Additional corporate benefits and long-term growth opportunities

Desired Skills and Experience

Enterprise Architecture
Solution Architecture
Banking Architecture
Digital Transformation
Cloud Architecture
IT Strategy
Target Architecture
Technology Governance
Agile Methodologies
Stakeholder Management
Technical Leadership
IT Transformation
Integration Architecture
Platform Architecture
Architectural Governance
IT Roadmapping
Enterprise Integration
Security Architecture
Change Management
TOGAF

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