IT value stream architect (hire to retire)
Tata Steel Nederland · IJmuiden, North Holland, Netherlands
- On site
- Full-time
- €98,458 / year
- IJmuiden, North Holland, Netherlands
Job highlights
- Define HR IT architecture for employee lifecycle.
- Lead architecture for SAP SuccessFactors and HR platforms.
- Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance.
- Collaborate with HR and IT stakeholders.
- Support Agile delivery teams with architectural guidance.
About the role
About the Role
As an IT Value Stream Architect for the HR – Hire to Retire value stream at Tata Steel Netherlands (TSN), you will be responsible for defining, safeguarding, and evolving the end-to-end application and integration architecture supporting the complete employee lifecycle. This includes recruitment, onboarding, development, workforce management, and retirement processes.
Key Responsibilities
The Hire to Retire value stream encompasses core HR processes such as recruitment, onboarding, employee master data, workforce administration, payroll integrations, learning & development, absence management, travel, and retirement. You will provide architectural direction for key HR applications and platforms including SAP SuccessFactors (Employee Central), Neocase, Visma Verzuim, Youforce, Egencia, Netive, Tatasteeljobs.nl, ATR, and associated HR data/integration layers.
Operating within the IT Value Stream Architecture team, part of Applications & Transformation within Digital Technologies (DT), you will deliver secure, scalable, and future-proof digital solutions for Tata Steel Netherlands. Your responsibilities include:
- Architecture Vision & Roadmap: Define and maintain the architecture vision, principles, and roadmap for the HR – Hire to Retire value stream, aligning with HR and DCT strategy.
- End-to-End Solution Design: Translate HR strategy, Digital Core Transformation (DCT) objectives, and regulatory requirements into robust, scalable application and integration architectures.
- Data, Security & Compliance: Ensure a strong focus on HR data integrity, privacy (GDPR), security, performance, and maintainability across the HR landscape.
- Architectural Governance: Guard architectural consistency and alignment with enterprise standards, DCT guardrails, and IT governance.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with Value Stream Owners, HR stakeholders, Product Owners, application teams, platform teams, and external vendors.
- Agile Enablement: Support Agile and DevOps teams with clear architectural guidance, enabling controlled, compliant, and high-quality delivery of change.
What We Offer
- Contribute to a leading, sustainable steel company while growing professionally in a dynamic environment.
- Opportunity to develop expertise and actively shape your career path.
- Monthly gross salary between €4,229.83 and €8,204.50.
- Excellent work-life balance with 28 vacation days and 11.5 ADV days, plus flex-hour accrual.
- Attractive benefits including profit-sharing, year-end bonus, holiday allowance, and medical expense reimbursement.
- Strong pension scheme with a 70% employer contribution.
- Hybrid working options for flexibility.
- A professional environment prioritizing architecture, quality, security, privacy, and sustainability.
Key Skills/Competency
- IT Value Stream Architecture
- HR Processes
- SAP SuccessFactors
- Employee Central
- Application Architecture
- Integration Architecture
- Enterprise Architecture
- Agile/DevOps
- GDPR/Data Privacy
- Stakeholder Management
Skills & topics
- IT Value Stream Architect
- HR Architecture
- SAP SuccessFactors
- Employee Central
- Application Architecture
- Integration Architecture
- Enterprise Architecture
- Digital Technologies
- Agile
- DevOps
- Tata Steel Netherlands
- Hire to Retire
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your experience with HR processes, SAP SuccessFactors, and enterprise architecture, specifically mentioning value streams and integration landscapes.
- Showcase HR Tech Expertise: Emphasize your understanding of Hire to Retire processes and your experience with SaaS HR applications and complex integrations.
- Demonstrate Architectural Leadership: Provide examples of your experience in defining architecture vision, roadmaps, and ensuring architectural governance in large organizations.
- Highlight Collaboration Skills: Showcase your ability to effectively communicate complex HR and SAP architecture concepts to diverse stakeholders.
- Prepare for Technical & Behavioral Questions: Be ready to discuss your experience with ArchiMate, Agile/SAFe, and how you ensure data privacy and security in HR systems.
Technical preparation
Master SAP SuccessFactors (Employee Central) deeply.,Practice ArchiMate for modeling value streams.,Design secure and scalable HR integrations.,Familiarize with GDPR and HR data models.
Behavioral questions
Describe managing conflicting stakeholder needs.,How do you balance standardization and local needs?,Give an example of driving architectural change.,How do you ensure architectural compliance in Agile?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the salary range for the IT Value Stream Architect role at Tata Steel Netherlands?
- The IT Value Stream Architect position at Tata Steel Netherlands offers a monthly gross salary between €4,229.83 and €8,204.50, dependent on your experience and qualifications.
- Does Tata Steel Netherlands offer hybrid working for this IT Value Stream Architect position?
- Yes, Tata Steel Netherlands supports flexibility and work-life balance by offering hybrid working options for the IT Value Stream Architect role.
- What specific HR platforms and applications are relevant for the IT Value Stream Architect role?
- The IT Value Stream Architect will work with key HR applications such as SAP SuccessFactors (including Employee Central), Neocase, Visma Verzuim, Youforce, Egencia, Netive, Tatasteeljobs.nl, and ATR, along with related HR data and integration layers.
- What is the expected level of experience for the IT Value Stream Architect at Tata Steel Netherlands?
- The ideal candidate for the IT Value Stream Architect role at Tata Steel Netherlands should have a Master’s level education and over 5 years of experience in IT Solution/Application Architecture within large, complex organizations.
- How does Tata Steel Netherlands support employee development in this IT Value Stream Architect role?
- Tata Steel Netherlands provides space for employees to develop their expertise further and actively shape their career paths, offering opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic and supportive environment.
- What are the core responsibilities of the IT Value Stream Architect in the Hire to Retire stream?
- The core responsibilities include defining and safeguarding the end-to-end application and integration architecture for the complete employee lifecycle, from recruitment to retirement, ensuring alignment with HR and DCT strategy.
- What are the key benefits offered to an IT Value Stream Architect at Tata Steel Netherlands?
- Benefits include a competitive salary, excellent work-life balance with ample vacation days, profit-sharing, a strong pension scheme with a significant employer contribution, and hybrid working options.