ICT Core Product Architect

Your department 

The ICT department has initiated a transition towards an Agile way of working, as part of the transition towards an improved ICT Target Operating Model (TOM), the Vanderlande ICT Core department is the backbone of our ICT Department, providing infrastructure, workplace and low-code platform products to our internal organization. ICT Core contributes to high value for our business and delivering cutting-edge products. 

Your role 

As a Product Architect, you will be focusing on infrastructure-related products. You will help shape the architecture across Network, Cloud, and Infrastructure domains, ensuring alignment with business goals, security standards, and agile delivery practices. You will work closely with other Product architects and the System Architect to ensure technical coherence within the department and with the Enterprise Architect to align with the broader ICT architectural vision. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Define and maintain the product architecture for infrastructure services, including cloud platforms, network frameworks, and hybrid environments; 

• Collaborate with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and DevOps teams to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions; 

• Lead architectural decision-making and ensure compliance with Vanderlande’s technology standards and security policies; 

• Facilitate continuous improvement and innovation within the product domain; 

• Act as a technical mentor and guide for development teams, ensuring architectural consistency and quality; 

• Represent the product architecture in ART-level syncs and Agile ceremonies; 

What You Bring 

• Experience in infrastructure architecture, with knowledge of cloud (Azure, AWS, OCI), networking (Aruba, SD-WAN), and hybrid environments is a pre; 

• Strong understanding of Agile and DevOps principles; 

• Ability to balance short-term delivery with long-term architectural vision; 

• Experience in a multi-location, Microsoft Windows and Linux, networked environment; 

• Other industry standard certifications (Microsoft, HP) are a pre; 

• Detailed understanding of network topology design and implementation; 

• Some previous experience with Windows Server / Linux and VMWare virtualization platforms are a pre. 

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; 

• Experience working in complex enterprise environments with cross-functional teams; 

Education & Experience: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Business or related field required; or equivalent combination of education and experience; 

• Fluent in both English and Dutch (written and verbal); 

What we offer

In this important and challenging role, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in industry-leading projects and work closely with dedicated colleagues and customers.

We offer a professional, international, and informal workplace where personal development is encouraged. By joining our growing and successful company, you’ll be able to set ambitious goals and focus on building your future.

Salary & benefits

• Competitive salary: €6.200 – €7.300 gross per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance).
• 40 vacation days (20 statutory days plus a flexible budget worth 20 days)
• Flexible working hours and hybrid setup (40% from home, 60% in the office).
• Health & Wellbeing budget (€300 per year).
• Commuting allowance, with full public transport reimbursement.
• Working from home allowance.
• Collective pension scheme and health insurance discount.
• Access to on-site health centers with gym, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists.
• Vanderlande Academy and training facilities to grow your skills.
• Active Vanderlande Network communities and initiatives.
   

Your application

Interested in this role? Apply directly via our Workday vacancy link by submitting your resume and a short motivation.

For more information, you can contact Robin Overweel (Recruiter):
📞 +31 6-24924252
📧 [email protected]
 

⚠️ Please note: due to process requirements, we cannot accept applications via email. Make sure to apply through the vacancy link.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Vanderlande, we believe in equal opportunities for everyone. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds—regardless of race, religion, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.