Domain Architect - 4720

CV submission deadline: 22/04/2024

Service delivery mode: Hybrid, Brussels 

We are seeking a talented and experienced Domain Architect to work for our client in Brussels, Belgium. 

Job Description & Responsibilities

• The Business Domain for which we are looking for a Domain Architect is the IT domain. In  this role is it is key to have a profound knowledge of Processes and Frameworks typically used within IT such as: IT4IT, ITIL, Information Security Management Systems, Identity and  Access Management and improving end- user experience (e.g. New Way of Working in  our facilities).
• You are responsible for creating and maintaining the Business & Data Architectures in  close cooperation with the Business to understand and model the underlying Business Value.
• You also participate in the selection of vendors and solutions (buy decisions), working closely together with the Solution- and Technical Architects.
• Your mission is to build a sound, consistent and efficient IT - and process Architecture for the IT4IT Business, via the following (non-exhaustive) list of responsibilities:
• Develop, document and maintain a Digital Roadmap in close collaboration with the Business (mainly IT4IT) stakeholders and Delivery organization and Portfolio mgmt.
• Assess the Requirements from a Business process perspective, IT - and technology perspective (functional and non-functional) and propose IT4IT landscape improvements and rationalization
• Contribute to the Business Capability map linked to the Business Processes and Technologies (digital solutions) in line with the Value Streams and Goals
• Verify that the proposed solutions are consistent with other projects and the defined IT Vision and Strategy
• Conduct methodological and detailed investigations of the As-Is situation and document this in the Architecture Repository (ADOIT)
• Perform quality checks on this repository and resolve any inconsistencies and inaccuracies of the knowledge base by getting after and finding the appropriate information
• Monitor the application and technology lifecycle and propose actions to maintain a  healthy IT landscape (e.g. assign TIME values on Business Applications) Education and Training

This role requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, data science, information systems, or related study field (or equivalent work experience).

Experience

• A minimum of 8 years of experience in IT, in closely related domain (working as  Domain Architect, Enterprise Architect, Business Analyst, …). This is a Senior profile level position.
• Strategy and Management consulting experience is highly recommended to act as partner for Senior Management and CxO’s both from IT- as Business side
• Broad history with hands-on Technology and/or Application Architecture/Engineering is considered an additional asset

Required Knowledge And Skills

• Language skills: Fluent in Dutch or French and English
•  Experience within public Transport or Rail industry is a great asset
• Knowledge of different analysis techniques (e.g. use cases, scenario building...)
• Expertise in different notations and methodologies: ArchiMate® 3.1, but also BPMN and UML
• Ability to understand and apply the long-term ("Big Picture") vision vs tactical needs
• Good communicator both to the Business and to C-level
• Excellent presentation skills
• Methodical, thorough and detail-oriented work
• Diplomatic and patient in dealing with people
• Pro-active mentality, strong problem solving techniques, hands-on and organized
• Be able to manage several tasks at the same time, stress resistant
• Excellent stakeholder management skills – Be able to go after information and people