Principal Solutions Architect

Nova Hunte Ltd; Belgique; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Hunte Ltd is seeking a Principal Solutions Architect for a long-term contract opportunity in Braine-l'Alleud, Belgium. This role requires 5+ years in enterprise solution architecture and proven experience in leading technical teams.

The successful candidate will oversee the design and development of solution architectures, coordinate across multiple projects, and ensure compliance with security and quality standards. Strong knowledge of systems integration, network architecture, and relevant certifications are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant professional experience in enterprise solution architecture.
• ITIL Foundation certification is required.
• PRINCE2 Foundation or equivalent project management certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of solution architectures for complex projects.
• Define and maintain architecture standards across multiple initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve competing priorities.

Skills

Enterprise solution architecture

Leading technical teams

Systems integration

Network architecture

Wireless technologies

Architecture modelling languages

Architecture frameworks

Systems development

Quality assurance

Project management

Education

Master's degree with 5+ years of experience

Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience

Job description

# Principal Solutions ArchitectBraine-l'Alleud, Belgium ContractAre you a Principal Solutions Architect with 5+ years of experience in enterprise solution architecture? Apply now for a long-term contract opportunity with a leading public sector client in Braine-l'Alleud, Belgium.## Requirements* 5+ years of relevant professional experience in enterprise solution architecture* Proven experience leading technical teams and delivering complex solution architecture projects* Strong background in systems integration, network architecture, and communications systems* Experience with wireless technologies, including SATCOM, and modern mobile communications infrastructure* Hands-on experience with architecture modelling languages (e.g. ArchiMate, UML, SysML)* Experience with architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, NAF, DoDAF, or Zachman* Experience with systems development, testing, implementation, quality assurance, and lifecycle management* ITIL Foundation certification* PRINCE2 Foundation or equivalent project management certification (PMP accepted)* Master's degree with 5+ years of experience, or Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience* (Desirable) Experience with the NATO Architecture Framework (NAF v4) and Federated Mission Networking (FMN)* (Desirable) TOGAF, ArchiMate, PRINCE2 Practitioner, or equivalent certification* (Desirable) Previous experience working within NATO or an international military/civilian environment* Language(s): English (fluent)## Job Description* Lead the design and development of solution architectures for complex projects, ensuring alignment with business and technical requirements* Define and maintain architecture standards, principles, and best practices across multiple initiatives* Gather, analyse, prioritise, and manage business and technical requirements throughout the project lifecycle* Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve competing priorities and communicate architecture decisions* Oversee systems development activities, ensuring compliance with security, quality, and development standards* Design and review network architectures, including connectivity, capacity, security, resilience, and recovery solutions* Produce architecture models and documentation to support technical and non-functional requirements* Coordinate architecture activities across multiple projects and ensure consistency with organisational standards