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At Cegeka, everything revolves around people, technology and impact. Within our Digital Business unit, we help organisations turn their digital strategy into scalable, future-proof solutions that truly create value.For a strategic engagement with a client in the energy sector, we are looking for a Platform Architect who is eager to help build a robust, sustainable and future-proof platform.You’ll be working in an environment that currently consists of a mix of Microsoft/Azure, .NET Core applications hosted on Azure VMs, and legacy systems (such as Dynamics and integration tooling) and that is actively evolving towards a cloud-native platform built on Azure.Ready to make an impact on a digital transformation that truly matters?

• As a Platform Architect, you define the direction of the platform and guide its evolution towards a modern, cloud-native architecture.
• You define the platform architecture and roadmap towards a future-ready Azure platform.
• You lead technical decisions around containerisation (AKS, Azure Container Apps) and integrations.
• You establish and safeguard architectural guidelines and governance frameworks.
• You guide and challenge development teams in their technical decisions.
• You collaborate closely with stakeholders to build a future-proof platform.
• You support the transition towards cloud-native architectures, including service mesh and GitOps.
• You contribute to optimising SDLC processes.

• You are an experienced architect who combines strategic thinking with a hands‑on mindset. You are able to inspire others with your vision and bridge the gap between business and technology.
• You have extensive experience with Azure cloud architecture.
• You have strong knowledge of cloud-native platforms and containerisation.
• You have experience with architectural patterns and integrations in complex environments.
• You communicate easily and engage stakeholders at different levels.
• You take ownership and actively contribute to sustainable solutions.
• You are fluent in Dutch and English.

• We ask a lot from you in terms of talent, but fortunately, you get a lot in return! Competencies and character are essential to us, alongside experience and ambitions. Cegeka continuously invests in talent management to ensure that all employees can realise their potential.
• You will be starting at a Top Employer!
• We apply a fair compensation framework, where employees are rewarded based on their role, experience, and performance—regardless of gender or other non-work-related characteristics. Benefits include an electric car with a charging card or a mobility budget, meal vouchers, eco vouchers, an attractive group and hospitalisation insurance, a mobile subscription, a fixed expense allowance, a powerful laptop, and the possibility to personalise your salary package through our Flex Reward Plan.
• Flexible working hours and an excellent work-life balance.
• A top team, where new ideas and initiatives are always welcome! Expect team events, happy hours, and legendary company parties.
• Tailored guidance: Throughout your career, our people managers will support you. You will have a point of contact, a personal coach, and a sparring partner.
• Continuous learning: Through innovation centres, reading groups, knowledge-sharing meetings, hackathons, participation in conferences, and external training, we prioritise learning and development.
• Opportunities for growth: Depending on your interests and initiatives, Cegeka offers various horizontal and vertical career paths.
• Hybrid working: You will work from our Cegeka office in Hasselt or Ghent, at our client in Brussels, combined with working from home.
• We value sustainability, striving for CO₂ neutrality through the electrification of our fleet and an environmentally friendly data centre. We develop innovative solutions with a positive impact on the environment, society, and people. We foster an inclusive and diverse work environment, where everyone is valued and heard.
• Interested in joining as a freelancer? No problem! We offer a competitive daily rate and numerous benefits.

Market-compliant salary with attractive extra benefits.

Flexible working hours supporting your work/life balance.

Career growth with horizontal and vertical development paths.

Hybrid work model blending office and remote work efficiently.

Personal guidance from managers, coaches, and sparring partners.

ESG: lower emissions, foster inclusion and drive sustainability in IT.

Cegeka proudly holds the Top Employer certificate.

Team events, happy hours, sports events, and epic company festival.