Lead Network Architect

You’ll architect the invisible backbone of Europe’s green energy future

You’ll lead with vision, not just maintain systems

Be a hands-on technical leader collaborating with engineering teams to optimize architecture.

Why choose Eneco?

You’ll work in a tech organization that’s seen as a strategic climate enabler

What you’ll do

Imagine architecting the digital nervous system of a company leading Europe’s clean energy revolution. That’s what this role is about. At Eneco, we’re not just connecting offices and data centres - we’re building secure, intelligent networks that support hydrogen pilots in Germany, offshore wind parks in the North Sea, and millions of smart energy devices across the Netherlands.

As our Lead Network Architect, you’ll design, build, and elevate the infrastructure that powers this transformation. You’ll shape strategy, drive execution, and collaborate across domains — from real-time energy trading platforms to autonomous field operations and digital-first customer services.

Is this about you?

You’re the kind of architect who sees complexity as a challenge, not a blocker. You bring structure where others see chaos. You lead without ego and communicate with clarity. You see networks not just as systems, but as enablers of impact. You don't just do the architecture. You shape it, own it, and elevate it.

You bring:

• A degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or comparable hands-on experience
• Certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, Azure Network Expert, or similar
• A strong track record designing and scaling enterprise networks
• Deep expertise in SD-WAN, SASE, Zero Trust, and Hyper-Converged Infrastructure
• Fluency in TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, switching, and firewalls
• Familiarity with network automation (Python, PowerShell) and monitoring tools
• Confidence in advising both engineering teams and C-level stakeholders

You’ll be responsible for

Architecting resilient, intelligent hybrid networks covering on-prem, Azure cloud, edge locations, and remote sites — all built for scale, performance, and reliability.

• Connecting over 4,000 colleagues and 50+ energy sites while maintaining security, near-zero downtime, and digital agility across every business unit. Designing for transformation, not just uptime: Guiding SD-WAN, SASE, Zero Trust, and hyper-converged architecture implementation.
• Leading across internal and external teams: Advising SRE, DevOps, and cybersecurity squads while managing strategic supplier relationships.
• Simplifying the complex Embedding fault tolerance, clear governance, and disaster recovery into every layer of the network.
• Shaping what’s next: Driving intent-based networking, AI/ML observability, and automation in our evolving infrastructure.

This is where you’ll work

You’ll join Eneco’s Digital & Tech domain, where you help enable smart solar forecasting, real-time trading, and autonomous energy operations. We work hybrid from our Rotterdam HQ, with the flexibility to shape where and how you work best.

What we have to offer

Gross annual salary between €95.000 and €145.000

Including FlexBudget, 8% holiday allowance, and depending on your role a bonus or collective profit sharing.

FlexBudget

Including FlexBudget, 8% holiday allowance, and depending on your role a bonus or collective profit sharing. Have it paid out, use it to buy extra holiday days or save it up for something nice, it's up to you.

Personal and professional growth

Eneco is fully committed to help you in your personal and professional development.

Hybrid working, at home or in the office

You work 40% at the office and 40% at home. The other day you decide what works best for you.

Work that works for you and the climate

If you decide on a career at Eneco, you are choosing ambition, growth and opportunities. You will have all the space you want to improve yourself and do your job the way that suits you best, which includes having a good work-life balance. You can work to a flexible schedule and work partly from home if your role allows it. That is how you can work on your own future and on the future of the world. After all, you and your 4,000 colleagues are committed to our mission: climate neutrality by 2035. We assist customers to accelerate their sustainability efforts, devise innovative solutions and seize opportunities with both hands. Are you ready?