At a glance

Are you an experienced IT Architect that loves to create and execute well-informed cloud strategies and developing and organizing cloud systems? If so, we have the perfect role for you. As an IT Architect, you will not only contribute to our technological innovation but also play a pivotal role in understanding how technology can help Tikkie grow faster. We invite you to dive deeper into our culture and understand what this exciting role entails.  

Your job

As our IT Architect at Tikkie, you will play a hybrid role involving multiple disciplines of architecture. Your primary focus will be on evaluating the balance between building our own solutions and integrating off-the-shelf solutions. You will contribute to our technology's ongoing innovation while maintaining simplicity, and work towards improving our Software Development Lifecycle and DevOps in terms of automation and maturity. 

You will help define the future-state architecture, manage stakeholder relationships with our shareholder, and contribute to our API-first framework. Your responsibilities will also include assisting with the automation of our KPIs and running Proof of Concept (PoC) initiatives to enhance the security of our solutions. 

We are seeking a multi-disciplinary individual who thrives on: 

• Creating and executing a well-informed cloud strategy 
• Understanding how technology can drive our business growth 
• Developing and organizing cloud systems 
• Evaluating the pros and cons of building in-house versus integrating ready-made solutions 
• Propelling our technology to higher levels of innovation while maintaining simplicity 
• Enhancing our Software Development Lifecycle and DevOps with automation and maturity 
• Bringing ideas to life and evangelizing them to our tech community, management, and other stakeholders 

We are Tikkie

Tikkie is more than just an application; it's part of Dutch culture and the leading free finance app in the Netherlands. We began as a start-up initiative by ABN AMRO and have since transformed the payment landscape in the country with our easy, fast, and fun payment functionality. 

Today, Tikkie has evolved into a multifaceted platform, with our organization scaling up to include a dedicated team of over 70 individuals. Together, we aim to transform our customers' needs into scalable, high-quality products that consistently exceed user expectations. 

Your profile

• 5+ years experience in a Cloud Architect/Solution Architect or similar role in FinTech 
• Excellent knowledge of cloud computing technologies and current computing trends 
• A base knowledge of IT-security best-practices 
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal in English) to properly articulate complicated problems and initiatives to management and other IT development partners 
• A positive attitude and a strong commitment to delivering quality work 
• Solid experience with AWS offerings, especially serverless 
• Experience with Domain Driven Design 
• Experience with designing and integrating APIs (networking/VPC, API Gateways, etc.) 
• It is a plus if you have experience in a fintech start-up or scale-up.

If you have a passion for technology, meet these qualifications, and are ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply for this position. 

We are offering

At Tikkie, we are committed to ongoing innovation and delivering new features to our users, and you will play a pivotal role in achieving this. By joining our team, you can make a real difference and witness the direct impact of your work within the app. 

Additionally, we offer: 

• Competitive monthly salary  
• Supplementary benefit budget of 11%, paid out monthly or convertible into fringe benefits such as a mobile phone, bike, wearables, or extra time off. 
• MacBook Pro and accessories provided for your work. 
• 25 days of annual leave 
• Personal development budget of €1,000 per year for self-directed learning 
• 5 "banking for better days" which are days off that you can utilize for personal development or voluntary work. 
• Mobile phone subscription. 
• Public transportation card tailored to your needs or a monthly travel allowance. 
• Ergonomic home office setup including an adjustable desk, office chair, and an extra screen or laptop stand.  
• ABN AMRO-contract and comprehensive pension scheme for a secure future. 

Interested?

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for our team. We look forward to hearing from you. 

Questions about this position? You can direct your questions to tikkie_journey@nl.abnamro.com. Note we only answer questions; we do not accept applications sent via email.

Equal opportunities for all

The success of our organisation depends on the quality of our people and the ideas that they have. Truly surprising insights and innovative solutions for our clients result from an interplay of cultures, knowledge and experience. Diversity is therefore extremely important to our organisation. To ensure that everyone at ABN AMRO can develop their talents, we encourage an inclusive culture in which all colleagues feel engaged and appreciated.

Disclaimer external recruitment agencies

External recruitment agencies need to have a signed agreement with ABN AMRO BANK N.V., executed by a Talent Acquisition Specialist, when submitting a resume to a vacancy. No unsolicited services or offers, please.