Architecture Consultant Networking

NTT DATA, Inc.; Amersfoort; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA in the Netherlands is seeking an Architecture Consultant to lead multi-technology infrastructure design and strategic client engagements. You will collaborate with stakeholders to shape architectural approaches and ensure solutions align with business goals.

The role involves pre-sales participation and delivering on complex programs, with a hybrid working arrangement. The ideal candidate has substantial experience in large-scale technology services, strong client-facing skills, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT or business management or related field.
• Scaled Agile and TOGAF certifications desirable.
• Consulting and technical certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide multi-technology infrastructure design guidance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on architectural approach for a solution layer.
• Assist in feasibility studies for new computer-based systems and modifications.
• Develop meta-architectural designs and the architectural vision for environments.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop new services and market approaches.
• Participate in the pre-sales process and client engagements.
• Engage with clients and sales on solutions and services.
• Support business development, scoping, and deal closing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client service orientation

High-pressure work

Collaboration

Dutch proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Business Management

Scaled Agile certification

TOGAF or other architecture certifications

Job description

Make an impact with NTT DATA

Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

Your day at NTT DATA

The Architecture Consultant is a seasoned level expert who is responsible for participating in the delivery of multi-technology consulting services to clients by providing strategies and solutions on all aspects of infrastructure and related technology components.

This role collaborates with other stakeholders on the development of the architectural approach for one or more layer of a solution. This role has the primary objective is to work on strategic projects that ensure the optimal functioning of the client’s technology infrastructure.

Key responsibilities

• Brings subject matter expertise related multi-technology infrastructure design best practice.
• Works in partnership with internal stakeholders on the development of the architectural approach for one or more layer of a solution.
• Participates in the investigation, planning, coordination, and preparation of feasibility studies relative to new computer-based systems and modifications to existing systems.
• Works on strategies and solutions that define meta-architectural designs for solutions, addressing the styles, mechanisms and principles that combine to formulate the architectural vision for a specific environment.
• Collaborates with stakeholders on the development of new services to take to market, information on relevant vertical markets and keep up to date on developments in specific technology domains.
• Participates in the pre-sales process.
• Engages with clients directly and collaborates with sales on selling solutions and services.
• Participates in the delivery of business development processes including opportunity identification, presales, scoping, deal closing and driving delivery.
• Designs principal methodologies to perform a detailed analysis of the client requirements.
• Presents clients with solutions and convinces and persuades internal and external stakeholders of the right course of action.

To thrive in this role, you need to have

• Ability to focus on detail with an understanding of how it impacts the business strategically.
• Excellent client service orientation.
• Ability to work in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to establish and manage processes and practices through collaboration and the understanding of business.
• Ability to create new and repeat business for the organization.
• Ability to contribute information on relevant vertical markets
• Ability to contribute to the improvement of internal effectiveness by contributing to the improvement of current methodologies, processes and tools.
• Fluency in Dutch

Academic qualifications and certifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Information Technology and/or Business Management or a related field.
• Scaled Agile certification desirable.
• Relevant consulting and technical certifications preferred, for example TOGAF.

Required experience

• Seasoned demonstrable experience in a similar role within a large scale (preferably multi- national) technology services environment.
• Seasoned multi-technology infrastructure design experience.
• Seasoned demonstrable level of expertise coupled with consulting and client engagement experience, demonstrating good experience in client needs assessment and change management.

Workplace type

Hybrid Working

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30+ billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world’s leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 70 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us.