Application Architect (EU)

This is a remote position.

We are looking for an Application Architect to join a team for developing a new Entry-Exit System to improve the border control of the European Union. 

About the Project

The Entry-Exit System (EES) will…

• Contribute to the modernisation of the external border management by improving the quality and efficiency of the external border controls of the Schengen Area;
  
• Help Member States dealing with ever increasing number of travellers to the EU without having to increase the number of border guards;
  
• Reinforce internal security and the fight against terrorism and serious crime;
  
• Systematically identify over-stayers (individuals remaining in the Schengen Area after the end of their authorised stay).
  

The EES will provide…

• Precise information in a rapid and automated way to border guards during border checks;
  
• Information to border guards on refusals of entry of nonEU nationals and enable refusals of entry to be checked electronically in the EES;
  
• Precise information to travellers on the maximum length of their authorised stay;
  
• Precise information on who is overstaying their authorised stay;
  
• Evidence-based support to visa policy.
  

As regards access for law enforcement purposes, the the EES will…

• Support the identification of terrorists, criminals as well as of suspects and victims of crime;
  
• Provide a record of travel histories of non-EU nationals including crime suspects, perpetrators or victims of crime. It would thus complement the information in the SIS.
  

Main Functions:

• Designing and coordinating architecture implementation;
  
• Defining, assessing and coordinating architecture projects and designing architecture building blocks;
  
• Delivering high-level and low-level designs;
  
• Aligning and integrate multiple architectures, layers and perspectives;
  
• Advising on architecture frameworks and methods;
  
• Defining and measuring architecture indicators (maturity, implementation, etc.);
  
• Ensuring Interoperability;
  
• Identifying potential reuse;
  
• Performing cost-benefit analyses;
  
• Designing and assessing Identity and Access Management and Master Data Management solutions;
  
• Performing Business Analysis and contributing to the Functional, Technical, Security and Testing Specifications;
  
• Ensuring that the architecture is maintained and adapted to changes and developments;
  
• Verifying that changes to the system are feasible within the architectural framework;
  
• Performing studies and proposing design solutions in relation to changes and new requirements. This includes also managing system integration and any modelling needed.
  
• Reports to: Programme management
  

Employment and technical Requirements:

• Proven experience in the design and implementation of large distributed systems with emphasis on highly availability, high performance, high level of security and zero data loss
  
• Mastering of Java (a background in development is a must);
  
• Proven experience with stream-processing software platforms is a must (e.g. KAFKA)
  
• Mastering Sparx Enterprise Architect tool;
  
• Experience with Service Oriented Architecture;
  
• Mastering of UML;
  
• TOGAF Certified;
  
• ArchiMate Certified;
  
• Understanding of development + infrastructure (hardware, virtualization, cloud, openshift, redhat, etc.);
  
• Must be details oriented, analytical, and demonstrate ability to work in multinational environments;
  
• Must be self-directed with proven ability to make mature decisions supported by thorough data analysis;
  
• Good communication skills in English;
  
• Very good writing skills in English;
  
• Working experience with EU client or other public institutions is an added value;
  
• Awareness of biometrics systems and text search engines is an added value.
  

Other:

• English proficient (CEFRL Level: Minimum C1)
  
• Preferable 2nd language: French or Dutch
  
• University degree (master or equivalent) in a relevant subject
  
• EU Secret PSC is required for the function (process will be initiated upon hiring)
  
• Citizenship of any EU member state required
  

More details about the project:

https://www.eulisa.europa.eu/Activities/Large-Scale-It-Systems/EES