What are the responsibilities and job description for the Systems Architect position at The British School of Amsterdam?
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Systems Architect to design and oversee complex IT systems and infrastructure. This role is responsible for defining system architecture, ensuring scalability, security, and performance, and aligning technical solutions with business goals.
The ideal candidate has deep technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and experience delivering enterprise-level solutions.
Key Responsibilities
The ideal candidate has deep technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and experience delivering enterprise-level solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and define end-to-end system architecture for applications and infrastructure
- Develop architectural frameworks, standards, and best practices
- Ensure systems are scalable, secure, and high-performing
- Collaborate with engineering, DevOps, and business teams to align solutions with requirements
- Evaluate and select technologies, tools, and platforms
- Oversee system integration and interoperability across platforms
- Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies
- Review technical designs and provide guidance to development teams
- Ensure compliance with security, regulatory, and governance standards
- Lead architecture documentation and long-term system planning
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
- 8–12 years of experience in IT systems, architecture, or engineering roles
- Strong knowledge of system design, distributed systems, and enterprise architecture
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
- Proficiency in infrastructure, networking, and application architecture
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
- Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills
- System Design & Architecture
- Strategic Thinking
- Technical Leadership
- Risk Management
- Scalability & Performance Optimisation
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Certifications such as TOGAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or Azure Architect
- Experience in microservices, containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and compliance standards
- Experience leading large-scale digital transformation projects
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Flexible remote or hybrid work options
- High-impact leadership role in technical strategy
- Opportunities for professional growth and certification
- Collaborative and innovative work environment