Senior Systems Architect EV Charging (EVC)

What will you do?

In this role, you are responsible for Alfen’s end‑to‑end system architecture within the EV Charging business unit. You create the long‑term technical vision, guide system‑level architecture across multiple product lines, ensure compliance with standards and support teams in making complex architectural decisions.

You collaborate closely with Product & Platform Teams, Discipline Experts, Engineering Leads, Test, Compliance and external partners. Your work ensures system integrity, technical consistency and future‑proof solutions.

Your responsibilities include:

Technical Vision & Architectural Strategy

• Defining and maintaining the long‑term architectural vision and roadmap.
• Aligning architecture with business strategy, industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Making key architectural decisions, prioritizing technical debt and escalating system risks when needed.
• Balancing cost, performance, compliance and lifecycle considerations across complex systems.
• Supporting the development of a strong R&D partner ecosystem.

Architecture Leadership & Design Excellence

• Leading system‑level architecture across projects, platforms and product lines.
• Translating system requirements into actionable architectures and aligning domain architecture.
• Overseeing documentation in JAMA with full traceability.
• Conducting architectural reviews, prototype evaluations and standards compliance checks.

Governance, Standards & Quality Assurance

• Establishing and enforcing architectural governance frameworks and standards.
• Leading architecture working groups across 6+ teams to ensure alignment and quality.
• Developing and maintaining architectural roadmaps and documentation.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Innovation

• Working with executives, engineering teams and product owners to define architectural solutions.
• Communicating complex technical topics to technical and non‑technical stakeholders, including customers and authorities.
• Representing Alfen externally in customer discussions, industry forums and technical councils.
• Evaluating emerging technologies and driving innovation initiatives.

What do we ask of you?

• Master’s degree in Electronics, Embedded Systems, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering or similar.
• 10+ years of experience designing and integrating large‑scale multidisciplinary systems.
• Deep understanding of architectural principles, patterns and system integration.
• Broad and up‑to‑date technical knowledge across hardware and software.
• Strong communication skills (English C1) and ability to influence without authority.
• Proven ability to mentor senior engineers and lead cross‑functional architecture initiatives.

What do we offer you?

At Alfen, you are given the space to make an impact in a role with a high level of responsibility, autonomy and innovation. You can count on:

• A competitive salary and excellent employment conditions (Metalektro Collective Labor Agreement).
• 27 vacation days + 13 ADV days per year, with the option to sell up to 10 days.
• Hybrid working (up to 2 days per week for a 40‑hour workweek).
• A company laptop.
• Free access to our online learning platform.
• Social activities via our employee associations AlFun and Young Alfen.
• Sports activities via Alfen, such as fitness and participation in sporting events.
• Pension scheme via PME, with a generous employer contribution.
• Travel allowance of €0.23 per km, up to 50 km one‑way.

Where will you work?

You will report to the Technology Manager EVC and collaborate closely with engineers, domain architects, test teams and product teams. You play a vital role in ensuring architectural integrity, system scalability and long‑term product success.

Interested?

Apply via the “apply now” button on our website.

Please note: A reference check, screening and Certificate of Conduct (VOG) may be part of the process. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; the vacancy closes once we find the right candidate. Acquisition is not appreciated.