IT Web Architect

IT Web Architect (Senior – SL3) | European Institution | Brussels

We are looking for an experienced IT Web Architect (SL3) to support a major European Institution in Brussels. This senior role is central to designing, shaping, and enhancing complex information systems, web applications, and large-scale digital platforms.

If you are seeking a long-term, high-impact role within a stable institutional environment, this opportunity could be a strong match.

Education & Experience

Academic Background

Master’s degree (or equivalent) in IT, Computer Science, or a related field.

Professional Experience

Minimum 8 years of experience in designing, developing, and deploying information systems.

Architecture Expertise

Proven ability to define IT architectures across multiple projects (client-server, web, and service-oriented architectures).

Core Responsibilities

Architectural Design: Design and define application architectures according to functional, technical, and security requirements.

System Integration: Integrate third-party solutions and ensure smooth interoperability with existing systems, with a specific focus on Drupal-based platforms.

Development Lifecycle Management: Manage the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC): conception, design, development, testing, and deployment.

Technical Leadership: Recommend and guide technical solutions based on business needs, institutional standards, and best practices.

Documentation: Produce clear and comprehensive documentation for technical teams and end users.

Operations & Evolution: Ensure maintenance, continuous improvement, and scalability of applications.

Technical Requirements

Development Expertise: Strong experience with server‑side and client‑side technologies such as PHP, JavaScript, and scripting languages.

Drupal CMS: Solid background in Drupal architecture, content modeling, module integration, and custom development.

APIs & Data: Experience with RESTful architectures, API development/consumption, and relational databases (MySQL, Oracle).

Infrastructure Knowledge: Experience deploying and operating applications in Linux environments (Red Hat or Debian), including Tomcat and WebLogic servers.

Modern DevOps Tools: Experience with containerization technologies, especially Docker.