The Luxembourg National Data Service (LNDS) is an established and financed organization by the Luxembourgish government in November 2022. Our mission is to facilitate and promote the generation of value from public sector data in Luxembourg (and support at the Europe level), aligning with the government's vision to position the country as a leader in the data economy. 

Collaborating closely with public stakeholders and industry partners, we create data spaces to enable efficient and responsible data reuse, playing a vital role in establishing a thriving research and innovation ecosystem. As a provider of services, we support the sharing and reutilization of data for both public and private data partners. 

Additionally, we are committed to becoming a key contributor to the European Data Spaces, outlined in the European Commission's data strategy. By harnessing the potential of data, we aim to accelerate Luxembourg's economic, ecological, and societal transitions in smarter and more sustainable ways.

We are fast-growing, from 7 initial employees in 2022 to 35 in December 2023, we have grown to a team of 63 by June 2024.

We are seeking to strengthen our technical documentation across all our organizations.

As a Senior Solutions Architect, you will play a key role in the improvement and innovation of Information Technology (IT) solutions in our organisation and be part of a dynamic agile team focused on delivering related high-quality services in the various data domains in our focus.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Solution Architect to lead the design and implementation of various large-scale data projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data architecture, cloud technologies, and project management. You will participate in multiple European Union (EU) funded projects, such as ICUDATA4EU, Genomics Data Infrastructure, TEHDAS2 and Health Data Access Body direct grant projects. 

Senior Solutions Architect II

What you will do

Solution Design and Architecture:

• Develop high-level and detailed solution architectures for diverse data projects.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and compliant with relevant regulations.
• Create and maintain architectural blueprints and documentation.

Technical Leadership:

• Provide technical guidance to development teams.
• Oversee the implementation of data solutions, ensuring best practices are followed.
• Ensure adherence to architectural standards.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Work closely with project managers, data scientists, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

EU project participation

• Participate as a member of LNDS in EU project related international meetings and conferences as required.

Technology Evaluation and Selection:

• Evaluate and propose appropriate technologies and tools for various data projects.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends in data management and data governance.

Risk Management:

• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and privacy in all solutions.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and other relevant data protection regulations.

Documentation and Compliance:

• Document all aspects of the solution architecture.
• promote best practices for solution architecture and data management.

Who you are:

• BSc or MSc in a scientific, technological, or engineering discipline related to computer science, information technology, or computing. 
• 6 to 10 years of relevant experience in IT with proven experience as a Solution Architect preferably in the field of data management or related domains.
• Familiar with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), particularly around Product Ownership and SCRUM.
• Proficient in at least one technology stack, preferably covering front and backend.
• Experience with TOGAF, ArchiMate or other Enterprise architecture frameworks.
• Experience/participation in EU projects is a plus.
• Knowledge of EU regulations, such as DGA, EHDS, AI Act or Data Act is a plus.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
• You have critical thinking, you are adaptable, flexible and you are able to accept and manage changes in the workplace.
• You have cultural intelligence and diversity consciousness.
• Excellent communication skills in English. 
• Working knowledge of one of Luxembourg’s official languages (French, German or Luxembourgish) is a plus. 

What we offer

• Dynamic and innovative work environment
• Collaboration with diverse stakeholders
• Inclusive and diverse culture
• European recognition and impactful projects
• Shape the future of the data revolution

What sets us apart

The Luxembourg National Data Service is a modern and dynamic undertaking. We embrace a Lean and Agile mindset, combining the entrepreneurial spirit of a startup with the responsibility of a public body on a national mission. We will be a partner of society and industry, collaborating with a hugely diverse group of stakeholders in public research, public authorities, European institutions, academic and private institutions, and small, medium, and large companies. Therefore, we have an international and multilingual character. Even in this rather ambitious context, we preserve a warm and personal atmosphere.

Inclusion and diversity are some of our key values. We ensure that everyone has employment and career opportunities in accordance with their skills and aspirations, respecting and being mindful of their individual characteristics. 

Join LNDS and revolutionize the data economy! 

Be part of our dynamic team driving innovation and making a tangible impact. Collaborate on cutting-edge projects, gaining European recognition in the prestigious European Data Spaces initiative. Shape a transformative future in the data revolution. 

Apply now!

Information for Recruitment Agencies:

LNDS as well as all related entities do not accept any candidate submission from unsolicited third parties. Candidates presented by unsolicited third parties (such as recruitment agencies, head hunters etc.), will not be entered into the recruitment process and will not be considered further. Further on, no contractual relationship will result out of such a submission between LNDS and a third party. LNDS is not obligated nor willing to pay any fee to third parties submitting candidates in this manner. Your data is handled according to the compliance guidelines of LNDS.

Data Processing:

LNDS is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities to all prospective employees within the recruitment process. LNDS complies with and supports all national and local laws pertaining to non-discrimination. Please note that LNDS is supported by Serendi for Talent Acquisition Services. As their Recruitment Process Outsourcing provider, Serendi is exclusively in charge of the above-mentioned position. Your data is handled according to the compliance guidelines of LNDS. Please see the Recruitment Data Privacy Statement for more information. If you have any questions your recruiter will be happy to help. www.serendi.com