Software Factory Architect

Responsibilities

• Provide expert consultancy in software engineering and architecture domains
• Act as a trusted technical advisor for software development and platform engineering initiatives
• Design and improve software development lifecycle processes and engineering practices
• Define and promote software architecture standards, reference architectures, and best practices
• Review and recommend end-to-end architecture decisions for complex software solutions
• Drive the evolution of the software factory and engineering vision across the organisation
• Ensure architectural consistency and alignment across projects and teams
• Support DevSecOps adoption, including CI/CD strategies, platform engineering, containerisation, and orchestration
• Assess technical risks and provide recommendations for strategic technology decisions
• Mentor senior engineers, technical leads, and architects
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes, tools, and delivery models

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent (EQF Level 7)
• Minimum 8 years of relevant IT experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar architect role
• English proficiency at B2 level or higher
• Valid EU RESTRICTED Security Clearance or willingness to undergo screening
• Strong experience in software architecture design for complex and distributed systems
• Proven experience designing enterprise-scale and cloud-native architectures
• Hands-on development experience with .NET, JavaScript, or TypeScript
• Strong knowledge of DevSecOps, CI/CD, platform engineering, and containerisation
• At least two internationally recognised certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect, DevOps Engineer Expert, or RHCA)
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Azure services and cloud architecture patterns
• Experience modelling systems using ArchiMate notation

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience influencing technical teams without direct authority
• Experience coaching and mentoring senior technical profiles
• Experience working in large-scale, multi-team, or public-sector environments

About the Company

Cronos Europa is a leading IT and digital transformation partner dedicated exclusively to European Institutions and agencies, delivering mission‑critical solutions that shape Europe’s digital future.