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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Enterprise architect (id: 3559) - **Company:** Stafide - **Location:** Amstelveen, Netherlands - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Continuous Integration, DevOps, Middleware, IBM WebSphere MQ, Systems Architecture, UML, Azure Service Bus, Spring-boot, Archimate, AngularJS, Kubernetes, Apache Kafka, Front End Software Development, Api Management, Mulesoft, Microservices - **Published:** August 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://clk.platform.jobster.com/?at=1786094848&b=&c=df29ac45-dcb8-4fd9-bc87-9df19656aaad&co=29647213-7bcc-4728-9247-ec036d531ce5&cu=9d19ad1d-25d0-4b84-a20f-8340b86a47b4&cw=7&dt=o&fc=a&gc=a&i=9698d2ee-bc92-42d1-9cc9-408fa7011225&ic=NL&mf=c&p=47b4ebce-5907-42d5-9b5e-b30908a42d08&pm=c&po=5f8e30d1-709e-45e1-83c8-a466772a8ebf&pr=1r&r=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jobleads.com%2Fregistration%2Fjob%3FcampaignId%3D118%26jmId%3D2377%26jobId%3Decb4b1944e289af30531ce126e9b2197a%26jobLocation%3D1682401744%26utm_campaign%3Djobs%26utm_content%3Djobmarket-id%253D2377%257Clandingpage-id%253Dn%252Fa%257Cjob-id%253Dcb4b1944e289af30531ce126e9b2197a%257Cjob-workarea%253D08-08%257Cjob-hierarchy%253D4%257Cjob-salary-benchmark%253D5%257Cjob-industry%253D%257Cjob-location%253Damsterdam%257Cjobtitle%253Denterprise-architect-%2528id%253A-3559%2529%26utm_medium%3Djob-external%26utm_source%3Djobster%257Cr-jb%257C__Liplyn%2BIG__%257Cc-nl&s=mp&t=cl&u=ip-c96c6b498870b75e67af1437c04c5e8c&v=8092d738-6c47-4e79-ad1a-42fc6a504bbe&sig=85f7f940da6e3720cdebf898491a5414d8f854126bdd8801cc89cc50 ## About the Role * Extensive experience in enterprise architecture and large-scale system design. * Strong hands-on expertise in Java, Spring Boot microservices architecture, and Angular-based applications. * Proven experience defining API strategies and governing API platforms. * Deep knowledge of integration and middleware technologies including MuleSoft, Kafka, IBM MQ, and Azure Service Bus. * Experience driving cloud-native modernization initiatives, including containerization and Kubernetes. * Strong understanding of CI/CD practices and DevOps integration within enterprise environments. * Proficiency in architecture modeling techniques and tools such as ArchiMate and UML. * Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to address complex technical challenges. * Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders. * Experience supporting pre-sales engagements and technical solution positioning. You Should Possess the Ability to * Develop and execute enterprise-wide architectural vision and strategy. * Balance strategic architecture planning with hands-on technical guidance. * Standardize integration and API governance across multiple platforms. * Align business objectives with scalable and resilient technology solutions. * Lead architecture discussions across technical and executive stakeholders. * Guide modernization initiatives toward cloud-native and containerized environments. * Mentor and influence senior technical professionals across distributed teams. ## Description * Define and govern the enterprise architecture roadmap across application and integration domains. * Design scalable, secure, and future-ready solutions aligned with business and technology strategy. * Architect modern application landscapes using Java, Spring Boot microservices, and Angular front-end frameworks. * Lead API strategy, including design standards, gateway governance, and API lifecycle management. * Define enterprise integration patterns and govern middleware platforms such as MuleSoft, Kafka, IBM MQ, and Azure Service Bus. * Drive cloud-native transformation initiatives including containerization, Kubernetes orchestration, and CI/CD enablement. * Produce architecture blueprints, Architecture Decision Records (ADRs), and detailed solution design documentation. * Provide architectural leadership during pre-sales activities, RFP responses, client workshops, and solution proposals. * Mentor solution architects and senior technical leads across distributed and cross-functional teams. * Ensure alignment between enterprise standards, security requirements, and scalable platform architecture. ## Related Videos - [Why make use of an integration platform in today's software developments and infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/758-why-make-use-of-an-integration-platform-in-today-s-software-developments-and-infrastructure) - [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) - [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) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [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) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) ## Related Articles - [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [How to Find Tech Jobs in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/279-how-to-find-tech-jobs-in-amsterdam) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Why Event-Driven Architecture Isn’t About Speed (and When You Actually Need It)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/745-why-event-driven-architecture-isn-t-about-speed-and-when-you-actually-need-it)