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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Data Architect - Public Transport Sector - DLI002384 - **Company:** ITProposal - **Location:** Brussel, Belgium (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Batch Processing, Data Architecture, Information Engineering, Data Governance, Data Integration, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Dataspaces, Data Systems, Python (Programming Language), Logical Data Models, Data Streaming, Data Strategy, Pyspark, Data Analytics, Data Management, Terraform, Data Pipelines, Programming Languages - **Published:** May 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.be/jobad/bee07b43a82c7d3fff6d533df3636b54fb ## About the Role Must-Have * 5+ years of experience as a Data Architect working on complex data architecture projects. * 5+ years of experience as a Data Engineer in an Azure cloud environment. * Strong experience with ETL jobs and data pipeline development. * Experience developing and implementing data strategy and data architecture. * Experience with Python and/or PySpark. * Experience within the public transport sector. * Experience with data science and machine learning algorithms (AzureML experience is considered an advantage). * Fluent Dutch communication skills at CEFR Level C2. Nice-to-Have * Experience translating conceptual information models into logical data models. * Experience with Azure services for streaming and batch processing. * Strong understanding of Data Management principles. * Experience working with data standards. * Experience with programming and scripting languages. * Experience using Terraform., We are seeking a senior-level professional who combines strong technical expertise with strategic thinking and excellent stakeholder management skills. The ideal candidate thrives in complex enterprise environments and is passionate about building scalable and future-proof data ecosystems. Apply If you are an experienced Data Architect with strong Azure expertise and fluent Dutch communication skills, we'd love to hear from you. ## Description We are looking for an experienced Senior Data Architect to join a large-scale ICT transformation project within the public transport sector. The successful candidate will play a key role in defining and implementing modern data architecture strategies, enabling scalable, secure, and data-driven solutions in a cloud-first environment. This role is ideal for a highly skilled professional with strong expertise in Azure cloud technologies, data engineering, ETL processes, and enterprise-level data architecture., * Design and implement enterprise-level data architecture solutions for complex environments. * Translate conceptual information models into logical data models. * Develop and maintain data strategy, governance, and architecture frameworks. * Work closely with data engineers, analysts, and data scientists to deliver optimized data solutions. * Support both streaming and batch-processing architectures using Azure services. * Build and optimize ETL pipelines and data integration processes. * Ensure compliance with data standards, data quality, and data management best practices. * Collaborate with stakeholders across ICT and business teams within the public transport environment. * Support machine learning and data science initiatives by delivering high-quality data foundations. * Contribute to infrastructure automation and deployment practices using Terraform where applicable. ## Related Videos - [Harnessing the Power of Open Source's Newest Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1448-harnessing-the-power-of-open-source-s-newest-technologies) - [Infrastructure as Code: The Developer's Secret Weapon](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1221-infrastructure-as-code-the-developer-s-secret-weapon) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [Modern Data Architectures need Software Engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1030-modern-data-architectures-need-software-engineering) - [Empowering Retail Through Applied Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/976-empowering-retail-through-applied-machine-learning) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) ## Related Articles - [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Software Developer Salary in The Netherlands [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/217-software-developer-salary-in-the-netherlands-2023) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)