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Senior Solution Architect - Automation

Description

For one of the main banking clients based in Utrecht we are looking for an Solution Architect to carry out the infra automation of solutions.

| Responsibilities |

Infrastructure Automation:

  • Design and implement automated infrastructure solutions to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Develop frameworks for automating deployment, monitoring, and scaling of infrastructure (using tools like Ansible, Terraform, or similar).
  • Optimize the use of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) for infrastructure services.
  • Collaborate with DevOps teams to drive continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) practices across the infrastructure.

Storage Solutions:

  • Architect scalable, secure, and high-performing storage solutions to meet the bank’s data needs.
  • Design storage architectures (SAN, NAS, Object Storage) that can handle the demands of modern banking services.
  • Implement backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions for storage.

Data Lake Development:

  • Architect and implement a scalable, resilient, and secure data lake infrastructure to support data analytics and machine learning initiatives.
  • Integrate the data lake with various data sources, ensuring real-time and batch processing capabilities.

Network Integration:

  • Ensure the infrastructure and storage solutions are seamlessly integrated into the bank's network architecture.
  • Collaborate with network engineers to design network topologies that support low-latency, high-availability access to storage and data lake resources.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:

  • Work closely with various stakeholders, including IT operations, data engineering, and security teams, to align architectural strategies with business objectives.
  • Serve as the technical advisor on infrastructure projects, providing guidance on best practices, tools, and technologies.

Security & Compliance:

  • Ensure all infrastructure solutions comply with relevant banking regulations and industry standards (ISO, GDPR, etc.).
  • Implement security best practices across automation, storage, and data lake solutions, ensuring data integrity and protection.

| Requirements |

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • Minimum of 7+ years of experience in IT architecture, with a strong focus on infrastructure automation, storage solutions, and data lake architectures.
  • Proven experience in designing and implementing automated infrastructure using tools like Terraform, Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
  • Expertise in containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Deep understanding of storage architectures (SAN, NAS, Object Storage) and their integration with cloud and on-premise systems.
  • Hands-on experience with data lake technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark, AWS S3, Azure Data Lake).
  • Familiarity with network design, including VPNs, firewalls, load balancers, and network security.
  • Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and hybrid cloud architecture.
  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to influence and guide technical and non-technical teams.

| Job Details |

  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Permanent Position
  • Hybrid Setting

For inquiries, contact Alexander Mungkorn, Delivery Consultant, at

Michael Bailey International is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Solution Architect - Automation