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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Application/Cloud Architect - **Company:** Cronos Europa - **Location:** Brussel, Belgium - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Applications Architecture, Application Performance Management, Confluence, JIRA, HTML5, Microsoft Azure, Business Process Model and Notation, Business Process Management, Business Process Modeling, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Software Quality, Continuous Integration, Command-Query Responsibility Segregation (Software Development), Cross-Site Request Forgery, Relational Databases, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Middleware, Graph Database, Interoperability, Spring Framework, Enterprise Messaging Systems, Cisco Nexus Switches, Node.Js, Responsive Web Design, Scalable Vector Graphics, Session Management, Software Engineering, SonarQube, Strategies of Testing, TypeScript, UML, Web Applications, Workflow Management Systems, Enterprise Application Integration, Enterprise Software Applications, Data Storage Technologies, Delivery Pipeline, Spring-boot, Software Security, Aris Software, Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), Gitlab, Event Driven Architecture, Syntactically Awesome Style Sheets (SASS), AngularJS, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Enterprise Integration, Integration Frameworks, Apache Kafka, Data Management, Front End Software Development, React Redux, Cloud Integration, Event Sourcing, Api Design, Api Gateway, Restful APIs, Devsecops, Atlassian Bamboo, Docker, Jenkins, Microservices - **Published:** August 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.be/jobad/be1185d931401cc4d9a0350747ede44f34 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree (minimum EQF Level 6) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline. * Strong experience in application architecture and enterprise software design. * Proven expertise in: Java, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, Kafka, Angular (14+), TypeScript, JavaScript * Strong knowledge of: Cloud-native architecture principles, Microservices architecture, Event-Driven Architecture, Event Sourcing and CQRS, RESTful API design, Relational databases, Enterprise integration patterns, Application architecture best practices, BPMN modelling and execution, DevOps and CI/CD methodologies * Experience with: Camunda, Business process modelling and automation, Middleware and messaging platforms, Secure application development, Modern front-end architecture and responsive web applications * Strong leadership and technical decision-making capabilities. * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. * Ability to work independently and proactively. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Excellent documentation and presentation abilities. * Ability to work effectively within multicultural and international teams. * Professional proficiency in English. * High degree of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism. Desired Assets * Experience designing solutions on AWS and/or Microsoft Azure. * Strong expertise in cloud integration patterns and distributed systems. * Experience with middleware integration platforms. * Knowledge of Graph Databases. * Experience designing enterprise-scale event-driven ecosystems. * Strong expertise in BPMN 2.0. * Advanced experience with Camunda and executable BPMN implementations. * Proven track record in business process analysis, optimisation, and automation. * Strong experience with micro-frontend architectures. * Experience with: HTML5, CSS/SASS, SVG, Node.js, Single Page Applications (SPA), Large-scale multi-module frontend ecosystems * Knowledge of: NgRx / Redux state management, Ionic and Progressive Web Applications (PWA) * Experience with: GitLab, Jenkins, JIRA, Confluence, Bamboo, Nexus, SonarQube, Crucible * Knowledge of: Docker, Kubernetes, DevSecOps practices * Experience implementing: SSO and CAS authentication; Enterprise identity and access management solutions; Secure session management; XSS and CSRF mitigation strategies * Previous experience supporting large-scale public sector or international organisations. * Familiarity with reusable enterprise platforms, API gateways, workflow orchestration frameworks, and enterprise architecture tools. * Experience with ARIS or similar enterprise architecture and business process modelling solutions. * Relevant certifications in Cloud Architecture, Java, DevOps, Security, Agile, BPM, or Enterprise Architecture would be considered an asset. ## Description We are looking for an experienced Application / Cloud Architect to support the delivery of strategic digital solutions for a leading European institution. In this role, you will combine architectural leadership with hands-on technical expertise, driving the design, development, integration, and evolution of enterprise applications. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure interoperability, scalability, security, and operational excellence across the solution landscape. Key Responsibilities * Design and define scalable application architectures aligned with business and technical requirements. * Lead the implementation of cloud-ready, microservices-based, and event-driven solutions. * Establish architecture standards, design patterns, and development best practices. * Ensure interoperability between multiple enterprise applications and technology components. * Contribute to architectural decisions related to API design, integration frameworks, data management, and cloud technologies. * Support technical governance and ensure alignment with enterprise architecture principles. * Analyse and understand functional, technical, and business requirements. * Design and develop back-end and front-end solutions using modern technologies and frameworks. * Design, build, and maintain APIs and microservices. * Oversee application structure, code quality, maintainability, and scalability. * Participate in the design and implementation of data storage solutions. * Take technical leadership on projects and provide guidance to development teams. * Interpret and implement executable BPMN 2.0 specifications. * Analyse BPMN and UML models to design automated business processes. * Contribute to workflow optimisation and business process automation initiatives. * Implement process orchestration solutions using Camunda and related BPM technologies. * Design and support CI/CD and DevOps pipelines. * Integrate applications with messaging, middleware, and enterprise integration platforms. * Ensure secure application design and compliance with data protection requirements. * Implement security best practices and address application vulnerabilities. * Support cloud integration and deployment activities. * Define and implement testing strategies, scenarios, and test cases. * Troubleshoot application issues and lead root-cause analysis activities. * Monitor application performance and identify optimisation opportunities. * Ensure delivery of robust, secure, and high-quality solutions. * Produce and maintain technical documentation and architecture artefacts. * Collaborate with architects, developers, analysts, and business stakeholders. * Present technical solutions and architectural recommendations. * Support decision-making processes on technology choices and solution design. * Contribute effectively within an international and multicultural environment. ## Related Videos - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [ChatGPT and Java: A Match Made in Heaven or Hell?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/536-chatgpt-and-java-a-match-made-in-heaven-or-hell) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [The Resilience of the World Wide Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1281-the-resilience-of-the-world-wide-web) - [Next Level Enterprise Architecture: Modular, Flexible, Scalable, Multichannel and AI-Ready?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1017-next-level-enterprise-architecture-modular-flexible-scalable-multichannel-and-ai-ready) - [Beyond UML: Making Sense of AI-Generated Code through Visual Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2102-beyond-uml-making-sense-of-ai-generated-code-through-visual-architecture) ## Related Articles - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [7 Most Popular Web Developer Jobs in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/163-7-most-popular-web-developer-jobs-in-europe) - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany)