ERP Enterprise Architect / Expert

Currently, we’re looking for a specialized ERP Enterprise Architect with deep expertise in the Real Estate sector. In this role, you will help organizations navigate complex transformation journeys by designing robust, scalable architecture models.

You will bridge the gap between business strategy and IT execution, helping clients choose the right balance between best-of-breed component architectures and well-established best-of-suite ERP solutions. You understand the strengths and limitations of standard enterprise software and possess the expertise to design customized, tailormade solution architectures (conceptual, logical, and physical) that integrate seamlessly into the client’s broader ecosystem., * Architecture Design: Define and build conceptual, logical, and physical architectures for real estate enterprises, balancing customized solutions with standard ERP capabilities.

• Solution Strategy: Evaluate and implement a “best-of-breed” versus “best-of-suite” ERP strategy tailored to specific operational needs in property management, development, and asset operations.
• Ecosystem Integration: Design integration patterns to connect core ERP platforms with specialized real estate proptech, CRM, financial, and BI systems using modern integration styles (APIs, ESB, event-driven architecture).
• Stakeholder Management: Interface with CxOs, business leaders, and technical teams to align IT roadmaps with strategic organizational goals.
• Portfolio & Risk Assessment: Evaluate existing technology portfolios and business processes for discrepancies, modernization opportunities, and operational efficiencies.
• Governance & Standards: Establish and enforce architecture governance, supporting Architecture Review Board processes and guiding development teams through the software development lifecycle.

• Minimum 8 to 10+ years of demonstrable experience in Enterprise Architecture or Solution Architecture, with a strong specialization in the Real Estate sector (e.g., property management, real estate development, asset management).
• Proven track record in designing and implementing complex ERP landscapes (such as SAP, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Odoo Suits, Oracle, or specialized real estate ERP suites).
• Deep understanding of “best-of-breed” ecosystems versus monolithic “best-of-suite” platforms, knowing precisely when and how to build custom extensions., * Domain Knowledge: Extensive experience with real estate business processes, accounting models, and industry-specific workflows.
• Architecture Frameworks: Strong knowledge of TOGAF or similar EA frameworks, methods, and modeling tools (ArchiMate, BPMN, UML).
• Technical Integration: Proficiency in principal integration architectural styles and practices (APIs, SOA, EAI, microservices).
• Project & Governance Methodologies: Familiarity with Agile/SAFe, PRINCE2, and IT governance frameworks.
• Language Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in Dutch (English is a strong asset).

Pay Range & Compensation Package - (in case of Employment role)

• The “Hardware”: An interesting salary package (Employee) or a competitive daily rate (Freelancer).
• Perks (Employee): Company car with a fuel card, a mobile phone, and a laptop of your choice.
• Benefits (Employee): Lunch allowance, extended pension plan, and comprehensive health insurance.

Meta4ce, part of De Cronos Groep, delivers strategic- and enterprise architecture consultancy services. Together with our 4 forces, and our never-ending passion, we deliver high-quality projects in scope, in-time, and in-budget. We offer our strategic services to organizations that are in a critical phase of their enterprise journey, or that are facing highly disruptive events. Together, we’re rethinking their Enterprise Architecture.