Solution Architect Data Services

NN Personeel B.V.; Den Haag; On-site; EUR 79,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th month and holiday allowance

27 vacation days

BeFrank pension

Training opportunities

NS Business Card 2nd class

Job summary

NN Group Netherlands seeks an accomplished Solution Architect to shape data & AI architectures across NN products, platforms, and cloud-native solutions. You will bridge business goals with engineering, guide ADRs, and promote engineering excellence across teams.

With 8+ years in architecture and strong cloud, data, and AI expertise, you will lead platforms, governance, and security while collaborating with Product Owners and engineers to deliver scalable, value-driven capabilities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience in solution architecture or related fields.
• Experience designing enterprise-scale Data & AI solutions.
• Proven track record delivering complex data, analytics, or AI platforms.
• Strong knowledge in cloud & platform engineering (Azure, AWS, Kubernetes).
• Solid software engineering background with Python, APIs, microservices, event-driven architecture, DevSecOps, observability, and SDLC best practices.
• Proficiency in Dutch and English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define end-to-end architectures for Data & AI products and platforms.
• Translate business needs into scalable technical solutions.
• Lead ADRs and design reviews to align with enterprise principles.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, Enterprise Architects, and engineering teams.
• Act as trusted advisor to stakeholders across NN Group.

Skills

Solution architecture

Data & AI platforms

Cloud platforms

Kubernetes

Azure

AWS

Python

APIs

Microservices

DevSecOps

Observability

SDLC

Dutch language

English language

Tools

Kubernetes

Azure

AWS

Infrastructure as Code

CI/CD automation

Cloud security

BeFrank pension system

Job description

As a Solution Architect within Data & AI Services, you define and drive the architecture of enterprise Data & AI products, platforms, and cloud-native solutions that enable NN's data-driven and AI-powered future. The role also serves as a technical leader, guiding engineers, influencing architectural decisions, and promoting engineering excellence.

What you are going to do

You will act as the bridge between business needs, product management, engineering teams, and enterprise architecture, ensuring that solutions are secure, scalable, reusable, and aligned with NN's strategic technology direction. Define end-to-end architectures for Data & AI Products Translate business outcomes and product visions into scalable technical solutions Design integration patterns across Data Governance, Data Engineering, AI Engineering, and Business Intelligence domains Ensure data products are reusable, discoverable, secure, and aligned with enterprise governance standards Lead Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) and design reviews, ensuring consistency with enterprise architecture principles and standards Act as trusted advisor to Product Managers, Product Owners, Engineering Managers, and development teams.

What we offer you

NN invests in an inclusive, inspiring work environment and in skills and competences for the future. We match this with employee benefits that are in line with what is needed today and in the future. This way, we offer our employees the opportunity to get the best out of themselves.

We offer you:

• Salary between €7,087 and €9,449 based on a 40-hour work week, depending on your knowledge and experience
• 13th month and holiday allowance are paid with your monthly salary
• 27 vacation days for a 5-day working week and three Diversity Days
• A modern pension administered by BeFrank
• Plenty of training and learning opportunities
• NS Business Card 2nd class, which gives you unlimited travel, also privately.

Do you prefer to travel with your own transport? Then you can declare the kilometers travelled. Allowances for setting up your home office and for internet use.

Who you are

You combine expertise in cloud platforms, Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS), software engineering, data engineering, AI engineering, and data products to design solutions that accelerate adoption and value realization across NN Group.

Never losing sight of the bigger picture, you are keen to collaborate to achieve our objectives.

In addition, you have:

• 8+ years experience in solution architecture, software engineering, platform engineering, or related fields
• Experience designing enterprise-scale Data & AI solutions
• Proven track record delivering complex data, analytics, or AI platforms
• Proven expertise in Data & AI platforms, data products, Data Mesh, MLOps/AgentOps, data governance, data quality
• Solid software engineering background with Python, APIs, microservices, event-driven architecture, DevSecOps, observability, and SDLC best practices
• Strong knowledge in cloud and platform engineering across Azure, AWS, Kubernetes, PaaS, Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD automation, and cloud security
• Ability to work collaboratively with other architects and stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• A good command of both Dutch and English is preferred
• A requirement for this position is that candidates are currently living and working in the Netherlands.

Who you will work with

In this role, you will work closely with Product Owners, Enterprise, Domain and Security Architects, Engineering Managers, Data & AI engineering teams, and business stakeholders across NN Group. You will collaborate across platforms and business units to align architectural decisions, enable reusable solutions, and help teams deliver secure, scalable, and value-driven Data & AI capabilities.

Any questions? Any questions about the process can be directed to Liselotte van der Zeeuw, Talent Acquisition Specialist, via email at [e-mail].

NN Netherlands is the head office of NN Group, a financial services group with over 180 years of history, helping people care for what matters most to them. We are committed to the financial, physical, and mental well-being of our colleagues and customers - through our products, services, and meaningful advice.

Benefits of working for NN Group Netherlands

Continuous development - Your career progression matters. We support you with a wide range of learning opportunities and a generous training budget to help you reach your full potential. Meaningful impact - At NN, we invest our time and expertise in making a meaningful difference - for people and the planet. Purpose-driven work is part of our DNA. Work-life balance - Vitality is key. Our diverse health and well-being offerings help you stay energised and balanced, both at work and beyond.

Diversity & Inclusion

Our approach to diversity and inclusion is simple. It is about embracing everyone. Our networks play a crucial role in achieving our D&I goals. They aim for meaningful change and create many opportunities to engage, connect and support colleagues. Everyone at NN can take an active part in multiple networks including NN Pride, NN Cultural Diversity Network, NN Young Professionals, Woman in Leadership Network and NN Neurodiversity network.

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