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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Solution architect - graphql - **Company:** Datamatics Technologies - **Location:** Amsterdam, Netherlands - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Application Integration Architecture, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Continuous Integration, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Monitoring of Systems, Performance Tuning, Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, Management of Software Versions, Data Logging, Google Cloud, Enterprise Software Applications, System Availability, Grafana, Apigee, Togaf, Information Technology, Performance Monitor, Enterprise Integration, Graphql, Api Design, Restful APIs, Splunk, Dynatrace, Api Management, Mulesoft, Microservices - **Published:** August 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://clk.platform.jobster.com/?at=1786958912&b=&c=df29ac45-dcb8-4fd9-bc87-9df19656aaad&co=8ac09646-e35a-469a-a88c-0c36f468623c&cu=9d19ad1d-25d0-4b84-a20f-8340b86a47b4&cw=7&dt=o&fc=a&gc=a&i=c556fb65-f66b-4b01-a9be-caafa0ddd784&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%3De7d655d7c008b656c0ed144eca94e0568%26jobLocation%3D1951483856%26utm_campaign%3Djobs%26utm_content%3Djobmarket-id%253D2377%257Clandingpage-id%253Dn%252Fa%257Cjob-id%253D7d655d7c008b656c0ed144eca94e0568%257Cjob-workarea%253D08-08%257Cjob-hierarchy%253D4%257Cjob-salary-benchmark%253D4%257Cjob-industry%253D%257Cjob-location%253Damsterdam%257Cjobtitle%253Dsolution-architect-%25E2%2580%2593-graphql%26utm_medium%3Djob-external%26utm_source%3Djobster%257Cr-jb%257C__Liplyn%2BIG__%257Cc-nl&s=mp&t=cl&u=ip-8b6c712e309348d90f6aafbf8b832d2c&v=97832ccb-2f43-47c9-bda0-842a93bbd7a3&sig=77f7d7b31b03b6f76b60acfdb2c6abd743f395f71477921170fc899f ## About the Role * 8+ years of Solution or Integration Architecture experience * Strong GraphQL architecture expertise * Hands-on experience building Subgraphs and Federated Supergraphs * Expertise in GraphQL Schema Design, Queries, Mutations, and Subscriptions * GraphQL Schema Governance and Versioning Strategy * Enterprise Integration Architecture * API-led Connectivity and API Management * Observability tools (OpenTelemetry, Splunk) * Agile delivery experience * Experience working within centralized integration/platform teams * Strong stakeholder management and architectural leadership skills, * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field. * Master's degree is an advantage., * 8+ years of experience in Solution Architecture, Integration Architecture, or Enterprise Application Architecture. * Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale GraphQL solutions. * Extensive hands-on experience building GraphQL Subgraphs and Federated Supergraphs from scratch using modern GraphQL platforms. * Strong experience defining GraphQL governance models, schema lifecycle management, and versioning strategies. * Experience designing enterprise integration solutions using API-led connectivity principles. * Experience working within centralized integration or platform engineering teams supporting enterprise-wide integration capabilities. * Strong background working in Agile delivery environments with cross-functional teams., * Expert knowledge of GraphQL architecture and implementation. * Hands-on experience with: + GraphQL Federation + Supergraphs + Subgraphs + Schema Design + Queries + Mutations + Subscriptions * Strong understanding of schema governance and versioning strategies. * Experience implementing enterprise GraphQL platforms from the ground up. Integration & API Architecture * Strong experience designing enterprise integration architectures. * Deep understanding of API-led architecture and integration patterns. * Experience with API Management platforms (e.g., MuleSoft, Apigee, Kong, Azure API Management, or similar). * Expertise in REST APIs, GraphQL APIs, and event-driven integration patterns. Observability & Monitoring * Experience with observability and monitoring tools, including: + OpenTelemetry + Splunk * Knowledge of distributed tracing, logging, and performance monitoring. Architecture & Engineering * Enterprise Architecture principles * Solution Architecture * Security-by-Design * Microservices Architecture * Cloud-native integration patterns * Performance optimization * High availability and scalability, * Agile (Scrum/Kanban) * DevOps * CI/CD practices * Architecture governance, * Strong architectural and strategic thinking. * Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. * Ability to influence technical direction across multiple teams. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Ability to balance business objectives with technical excellence. * Leadership, mentoring, and coaching capabilities. * Excellent documentation and presentation skills. * Strong collaboration and facilitation abilities., * Experience with enterprise integration platforms. * Cloud platform experience (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform). * TOGAF or equivalent architecture certification. * Experience implementing enterprise API governance frameworks. * Experience working in large-scale digital transformation programs. ## Description We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect - GraphQL to lead the design, governance, and implementation of enterprise GraphQL architecture. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in GraphQL federation, API architecture, and enterprise integration, with a proven ability to define architectural standards, establish governance frameworks, and drive GraphQL adoption across multiple business domains. This role will work closely with enterprise architects, product owners, engineering teams, and business stakeholders to design scalable, secure, and high-performing GraphQL solutions aligned with the organization's digital transformation strategy., * Define and drive the enterprise GraphQL architecture, establishing reference architectures, design principles, and implementation best practices. * Design and implement GraphQL Federation (Supergraph) architecture, including schema governance, ownership models, and federation strategies. * Develop and maintain GraphQL schema governance, versioning strategies, and architectural standards to ensure consistency across enterprise platforms. * Lead architectural discussions and provide technical leadership for GraphQL-based integration initiatives. * Design scalable, secure, and reusable GraphQL APIs that align with enterprise architecture principles. * Act as the organization's GraphQL subject matter expert, promoting best practices and enabling successful adoption across business units. * Collaborate with Enterprise and Segment Architects to gather business and technical requirements and ensure architectural alignment. * Support the Digital Product Owner (DPO) in defining technical roadmaps, delivery plans, and long-term GraphQL platform strategy. * Translate high-level business and architectural requirements into clear technical work packages and implementation plans. * Ensure all GraphQL solutions comply with enterprise security policies, governance frameworks, and the organization's target ("North Star") architecture. * Drive continuous improvements in GraphQL architecture, performance optimization, developer experience, and API lifecycle management. * Mentor engineering teams on GraphQL design patterns, federation, schema evolution, and implementation best practices. * Collaborate with DevOps and platform teams to improve observability, monitoring, and operational excellence. ## Related Videos - [Our journey with Spring Boot in a microservice architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/511-our-journey-with-spring-boot-in-a-microservice-architecture) - [Rethinking Reactive Architectures with GraphQL ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/121-rethinking-reactive-architectures-with-graphql) - [GraphQL Mesh – Why GraphQL between services is the worst idea and the best idea at the same time!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/9-graphql-mesh-why-graphql-between-services-is-the-worst-idea-and-the-best-idea-at-the-same-time) - [GraphQL: Does it replace SQL, REST or Something Else?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1054-graphql-does-it-replace-sql-rest-or-something-else) ## Related Articles - [Graph and AI Trends 2026: Why Is AI Running but Not Yet Delivering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/680-graph-and-ai-trends-2026-why-is-ai-running-but-not-yet-delivering) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Everything a Developer Needs to Know About MCP with Neo4j](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/604-everything-a-developer-needs-to-know-about-mcp-with-neo4j) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline)