Solution Architect Digital Workspace

Want to make your mark on our time? Come work at TNO as a Solution Architect Digital Workspace in The Hague!

About this position

Would you like to contribute as a Solution Architect to improving the Netherlands? At TNO, you can. We are looking for a Solution Architect who will be responsible for the development of all workstations, mobile phones, and video conferencing units (VCUs) within TNO. Thanks to your efforts, our researchers will have the right tools they need every day to make the Netherlands a little safer, healthier, more sustainable, and more digital.

What will be your role?

As a Solution Architect Digital Workspace, you will work within the (agile) TNO Digital Workspace (TDW) team, which consists of architects, administrators, and packagers. As a Solution Architect, you will work closely with another architect to create a Technical Design (TD) based on functional specifications and a Project Start Architecture (PSA). Based on the approved TD, you will develop an IT system. You will test, document, and after a successful acceptance test, ensure it is transferred to operations.

Your tasks will include:

• Drafting the technical design and developing (as part of a team) IT systems based on approved functional specifications and a PSA;
• Designing, configuring, testing, operationalizing, and documenting, typically using off-the-shelf products;
• Conducting program and system tests using the OTAP methodology;
• Guiding technical acceptance tests and implementation;
• Providing technical leadership on complex projects and working on complex IT systems;
• Managing the lifecycle of implemented solutions and products;
• Making recommendations for vendor, hardware, and product selection;
• Defining the standards used by administrators;
• Providing technical support to administrators within projects and expert groups;
• Keeping up with new technologies and trends in the field.

The team works at the office in The Hague (next to the Central Station) at least on Tuesdays and Wednesdays; the rest can be arranged in a hybrid manner.

What we expect from you

We are looking for a Solution Architect Digital Workspace who recognizes themselves in most of the following profile:

• At least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional and intellectual level;
• Extensive knowledge and experience with development within Digital Workspace and the ability to independently design and develop IT systems;
• Able to communicate at an expert level with suppliers and companies;
• Has a broad and clear vision and looks beyond their own field(s);
• Brings structure and clarity to complex issues and environmental factors;
• Writes manuals for installation, usage, and management of (sub)systems.

What you'll get in return

Challenging and varied work with a real impact. And plenty of opportunities as, at TNO, you are in charge of shaping your career. We offer a gross monthly salary between € 5.500,- and € 6.500,- (depending on your knowledge and experience), you will receive a 13th month (8.33%) and a flex budget (5.58%) which can be paid out monthly. Altogether, this amounts to a monthly salary between €5,800 and €7,500. On top of that, you receive vacation pay (8%) and have all the opportunities to develop yourself. In addition, you will be given every opportunity to develop yourself.

TNO offers optional employee benefits, enabling you to tailor your benefits package to match your personal situation. You may also expect:

• An extremely professional, innovative working environment where colleagues are leading experts in their field.
• The opportunity to attend courses, workshops and conferences, and to receive training and coaching based on your needs.
• 33 days annual leave on a full-time basis.
• We offer a comprehensive and flexible mobility plan that also includes full compensation for public transportation for commuting and business travel.
• Great social events with your team and other TNO colleagues. That’s how you will get to know a lot of people really quickly.
• Flexible working hours, the possibility to work parttime (32 of 36 hours) and the possibility of working from home.
• Access to our Talent Development Programme.
• Networking opportunities and great activities organized by Jong TNO.
• Access to TNO’s project managers guild: a network of some three hundred equals. The guild organizes workshops, conferences, intervision sessions and other activities for project managers.
• Extensive relocation package for international candidates.
• A good pension scheme.

TNO as an employer

At TNO, we innovate for a healthier, safer and more sustainable life. And for a strong economy. Since 1932, we have been making knowledge and technology available for the common good. We find each other in wonder and ingenuity. We are driven to push boundaries. There is all the space and support for your talent and ambition. You work with people who will challenge you: who inspire you and want to learn from you. Our state-of-the-art facilities are there to realize your vision. What you do at TNO matters: impact makes the difference. Because with every innovation you contribute to tomorrow’s world.