For a client, we are looking for an API Architect.

Start date: As soon as possible

End date: 14/08/2026

Duration: 8 months (full-time)

Location: Brussels, hybrid working possible

Languages: Dutch or French, English

Objective of the assignment:

The client aims to develop a modern infrastructure for delivering geographic data via OGC APIs, as a complement to the existing infrastructure for OGC web services (WMS, WMTS, WFS). This new technology must be:

• High-performing: fast response times and able to handle high load.

• Reliable: stable and fault-tolerant.

• Scalable: prepared for future growth and expansion.

The OGC APIs will contribute to:

• Compliance with European regulations on Open Data, PSI (Public Sector Information), and High Value Datasets.

• Facilitating application development, both internally and externally.

• Gradually replacing older OGC standards.

Responsibilities:

• Architecture and design of the OGC API solution.

• Implementation and configuration of the infrastructure.

• Optimization for performance, reliability, and scalability.

• Active participation in development (hands-on).

Estimated total duration of the assignment:

Maximum 120 working days. This is an upper limit; depending on the availability and competencies of internal staff, the actual number of days required may be lower.

Profile of the desired consultant:

GIS API Architect with proven experience in:

• Design and implementation of API architectures.

• (OGC) API standards and geodata infrastructures.

• Hands-on development and configuration.

• Knowledge of cloud and container technologies.

• Experience with API performance optimization and security.