Principal architect - application and integration - enterprise architecture [t500-29098]

About Stolt-Nielsen:

Stolt-Nielsen is a family-founded global leader in bulk-liquid and chemical logistics, transportation, and storage, known for its commitment to safety, service excellence, and innovation. At the Stolt-Nielsen Digital Innovation Centre, we bring this legacy into the future — building smarter systems, driving digital transformation, and shaping what's next for the world of logistics. Here, you're encouraged to think boldly, challenge convention, and help move today's products toward tomorrow's possibilities.

Application & Integration Architect

Primary Purpose:

Own the domain architecture for Stolt-Nielsen's business applications and integrations.

Define architecture patterns, standards, and target-state designs for applications and integrations across:

Stolt Tankers Stolthaven Terminals Stolt Tank Containers Stolt Sea Farm Corporate Functions Ensure the application and integration landscape remains scalable, secure, maintainable, and operational. Drive adoption of emerging technologies, including AI-driven and AI-assisted application development. Serve as the senior technical authority for Application and Integration Architecture within the Digital Innovation Centre.

Partner closely with Engineering Managers (Full-Stack Engineering & Integrations), where:

Architect owns technical direction, standards, and target-state design. Engineering Managers own people management and delivery execution. Support enterprise architecture initiatives and guide divisional BT teams to align with enterprise standards and shared assets. Report to the Director, Digital Innovation Centre, with a dotted-line reporting relationship to the Director of Architecture, Engineering & AI.

Key Responsibilities:

Application & Integration Domain Architecture (45%):

Architecture Ownership (20%):

Own the target-state architecture for application and integration domains. Define, publish, and maintain: Reference architectures Design patterns Architecture standards Drive best practices across: Application design API architecture Event-driven integration B2 B messaging

Solution Architecture Leadership (15%):

Lead architecture and design reviews for major initiatives. Make key architecture decisions. Document and communicate architectural trade-offs. Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture principles.

Roadmap & Modernization Strategy (10%):

Drive application and integration modernization roadmap.

Lead migration from legacy middleware (Biz Talk) to:

Azure Integration Services i Paa S platforms Define API Management strategies. Manage lifecycle and obsolescence planning. Shape AI-driven and AI-assisted development approaches.

Enterprise Architecture & Divisional Guidance (25%):

Enterprise Alignment & Governance (15%):

Guide divisional BT teams on architectural best practices. Ensure local solutions align with: Enterprise principles Target-state architecture Shared platforms and assets Act as the bridge between enterprise architecture and divisional delivery teams.

Enterprise Architecture Contribution (10%):

Contribute to enterprise architecture practices and standards.

Support:

Technology Radar Architecture Principles Lean IX (Enterprise Architecture Management platform) Support investment planning through: Now / Next / Later roadmap framework

Technical Leadership & Collaboration (30%):

Technical Leadership (10%):

Serve as technical counterpart to Engineering Managers. Establish technical direction and quality standards. Influence engineering excellence and best practices.

Coaching & Engineering Support (10%):

Provide hands-on technical guidance. Offer third-level design support to engineering teams. Mentor engineers and improve architectural maturity across teams.

Vendor & Technology Evaluation (10%):

Evaluate application and integration platforms and vendor solutions. Assess technology fit and strategic value. Drive build-vs-buy decisions. Influence technology investment decisions.

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (mandatory). Master's degree in a technical or engineering discipline preferred. Equivalent professional qualifications may be considered.

Experience:

10+ years of experience in: Software Architecture Application Architecture Integration Architecture Proven experience in large-scale, multi-division or global organizations.

Strong expertise in enterprise integration:

API Management Event-Driven Architecture Messaging Patterns B2 B Integrations

Hands-on experience with:

Azure Integration Services Logic Apps Service Bus API Management Azure Functions

Strong application architecture background across:

. NET React Node.js Cloud-native architectures

Experience modernizing legacy environments, including:

Biz Talk migrations Middleware modernization i Paa S implementations

Experience managing:

Application lifecycle Technology obsolescence

Exposure to:

Enterprise Architecture frameworks Lean IX or similar EA tools Industry experience in Logistics, Shipping, or Supply Chain is preferred. Awareness of AI-driven and AI-assisted software development approaches.

Required Technical Skills:

Application Architecture Integration Architecture Enterprise Architecture Azure Integration Services API Management Event-Driven Architecture Messaging Architecture B2 B Integration EDIFACT X12 AS2 SFTP . NET React.js Node.js Cloud-Native Services Biz Talk Migration i Paa S Platforms Lean IX AI-Assisted Development

Key Competencies:

Strategic and conceptual thinking. Ability to define long-term target-state architectures. Strong hands-on technical credibility. Expertise in architecture patterns and reusable solution design. Ability to translate business requirements into scalable architecture decisions. Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills. Ability to work effectively in a matrix organization without direct authority. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Comfortable engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.