OverviewInfrastructure Architect (Cloud / OnPrem) (F/M/X) at Solvay. Join to apply for this role and contribute to Solvay's infrastructure strategy across hybrid cloud and on‑premises hosting.About The RoleOur Architecture team leads the design and delivery of the Solvay Infrastructure solution portfolio.As a Cloud and on‑premise hosting Architect, you will plan, coordinate and develop solutions and implementation activities to support the integration of applications and technologies. You will contribute to the organization\'s datacenter & cloud strategy, design the building blocks, and support their integration into application architectures.You will be accountable for:Leadership in Architecture Practice: Lead the architecture for Infrastructure domain, with a focus on hosting services in a hybrid cloud environment (Azure, AWS, On Premise Hosting).SAP RISE SolutionStrategic Collaboration: Collaborate with the Infrastructure Design & Build Manager to propose updates to solution roadmaps and align with strategic goals.Reference Architecture and Efficiency: Define functional and technical reference architecture patterns, balancing cost and efficiency in consultation with service owners.Portfolio Monitoring: Monitor the solution portfolio to identify deficiencies, such as outdated technologies or misalignment with business requirements.Lifecycle Accountability: Coordinate the technical lifecycle of the platform, informing service owners about the technology replacement roadmap and decisions.End-of-Life Support: Aid product managers in decisions regarding the maintenance, refresh, or retirement of services, systems, and technologies.Consultation and Design Alignment: Consult on infrastructure and application projects to ensure alignment with the overall architecture and modify designs as needed.Architectural Design and Guidance: Create architectural designs to support product, service, and system development, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and project execution plans.About YouBachelor degree or equivalent experience in computer science, information technology, engineering, system analysis or a related field.Minimum five years of relevant work experience across at least five IT solution development disciplines, including technical and infrastructure architecture, network management, application development, middleware, database management or cloud development, with exposure to multiple technologies, platforms and processing environments.Competencies:Knowledge of AWS Cloud (EC2, RDS, S3, VPC, Route 53, IAM, etc.)Azure CloudSAP RISEOn Premise Datacenter Architecture (On Premise Hardware: data center rack, power, SAN Storage)DevOps principles and CI/CD pipelinesActive Directory / Entra ID / DNS; OSWindows Server / LinuxDatabases: Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQLNetwork protocols and technologies (TCP/IP, VLANs)IT security (TLS, firewalls, etc.)ITIL service management processesTechnical and Management Expertise: Proficient in system development methodologies (e.g., agile, DevOps), ITSM, ITIL, and hybrid cloud architecture, with strong planning, analytical, and communication skills.Strategic and Emerging Trends: Experience applying emerging technologies and supporting agile teams with guidance on risks, opportunities and architectural decisions.BehaviorsInfluence and Communication: Skilled in influencing stakeholders, navigating organizational dynamics, and articulating ideas to technical and nontechnical audiences.Strategic and Analytical Thinking: Ability to balance long-term vision with short-term needs, translating business capabilities into architecture requirements, and estimating financial impacts.Technical Adaptability: Quick to understand new technologies and apply creative and analytical problem-solving to propose effective solutions.About The Pay And BenefitsCompetitive and equitable pay within a range based on skills and experience. Portugal base pay is approximately 46,720 to 73,000 euros, with a competitive total rewards package including bonus and incentives.Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave, plus healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.Well-being and flexible work options: work-life balance, hybrid/part-time arrangements where applicable, employee assistance program with physical and psychological support.Professional development: internal talent development, access to training, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) and language courses in 24 languages.About UsSolvay is a pioneering chemical company focused on delivering essential solutions globally. With over 9,000 employees, Solvay leverages chemistry to create sustainable solutions across various needs, and aims for a carbon-neutral future by 2050. We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunity in the application process and beyond. If you require accommodations, please let us know to ensure a smooth experience. We encourage applicants even if you\'re unsure you meet all criteria.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionInformation TechnologyEngineeringIndustriesChemical ManufacturingNote: This description reflects the announced role and may be subject to change.
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