Platform Services Architect

ph3Company /h3 pA leading financial institution in the Netherlands, operating in a highly regulated and complex environment. They invest heavily in building secure, resilient, and modern technology platforms to support critical banking services. /p h3Job Description /h3 pWe are seeking a Platform Services Architect to shape the future of the organization’s platform architecture. This role involves translating business needs, regulatory standards, and technology developments into clear, practical solutions. The focus is on designing and improving platform services across operating systems, storage, backup, disaster recovery, and cyber resilience, ensuring the infrastructure remains secure, scalable, and reliable. /p h3Responsibilities /h3 ul liDevelop and maintain the architecture blueprint for platform services, ensuring it aligns with business goals and regulatory requirements. /li liGuide architectural decisions related to Linux, Windows, storage, backup, and recovery solutions. /li liShape strategies for disaster recovery, cyber resilience, and data protection, balancing security and operational efficiency. /li liCollaborate closely with Solution Architects and cross-functional teams to ensure architectural -consistency and best practices. /li liLead the development of technical roadmaps and communicate architectural vision to stakeholders across the organization. /li liAct as a trusted advisor for engineering, security, and senior management on complex infrastructure challenges. /li liIdentify opportunities to standardize, improve, and modernize platform services for better efficiency and security. /li liCo-lead the Platform Services area alongside senior leaders and provide guidance to technical teams. /li /ul h3Requirements /h3 ul liMaster’s degree or equivalent professional experience in a relevant field. /li liExtensive experience working in complex IT infrastructure environments, with a focus on enterprise architecture. /li liStrong knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems. /li liDeep understanding of storage, backup, disaster recovery, and cyber security strategies. /li liExperience with on-premise, cloud, and hybrid infrastructure environments. /li liAbility to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. /li liExperience working across multiple teams and stakeholders. /li liCollaborative and pragmatic approach to architecture and problem-solving. /li liFluency in English and Dutch is essential. /li liExperience within regulated sectors, like financial services, is highly advantageous. /li /ul p59024 /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr