Does designing scalable Data & AI solutions and convincing stakeholders of the right technical approach – from idea to implementation – give you a real buzz?

At element61, you’ll be working at the intersection of business, data and technology. You are the technical leader who translates complex client challenges into robust, future-proof solutions and ensures that these are actually implemented. From the initial meeting right through to go-live, you are the point of contact for both clients and your team.

Element61

Element 61 is the leading thought leader in Analytics & AI. Since 2007, we have been helping organisations turn their data into tangible business results: from strategy and roadmap to development and management. With a team of around 160 passionate experts, we are the trusted partner of more than 350 clients each year, and we are at the very forefront of the two platforms that define today’s Data & AI market: as a leading Microsoft partner (3x Advanced Specialised in Azure & Fabric) and as a Databricks partner (since 2018), with over 150 Databricks clients to date.

Now we’re bringing that power to the Netherlands!

From Utrecht We are purposefully expanding our Dutch team, supported by our strategic partners IMPROVEN and Moore DRV. Together, we offer a distinctive and complementary range of services that seamlessly combines strategy, business consulting, data, technology and transformation. In this context, you will play a key role: you will contribute directly to delivering impactful change for our clients and to the further positioning and growth of our organisation.

What does a TECH LEAD ANALYTICS & AI at element61 do?

As Tech Lead for Analytics & AI, you will take the lead in both pre-sales and delivery. You will provide direction for Data & AI projects and ensure that solutions are not only technically sound but also aligned with the client’s business objectives.

You move effortlessly between strategy and implementation: you help clients make the right technical choices, design architectures and guide teams through the implementation process. In doing so, you ensure quality, scalability and efficiency in everything that is built. You’ll work closely with other architects, tech leads and delivery leads within Element 61, in both the Netherlands and Belgium. Together, you’ll build a consistent way of working, shared standards and the continuous development of knowledge and expertise.

With your ability to explain complex technical issues clearly, you know how to win over stakeholders at all levels and build trust. This is how you make an impact: not just through technology, but through solutions that deliver measurable value

Some of your duties

You are Technical Lead in Pre-sales: you design solutions, facilitate workshops, refine requirements and turn them into compelling proposals and RFP responses.
You translate Transforming business challenges into scalable and future-proof Data & AI architectures.
You advise on the best approach for use cases, ranging from data platforms and BI through to advanced analytics, GenAI and Agentic AI.
You build trust when technical point of contact for customers, from engineers to senior management.
You monitor the architectural quality on projects and ensures that pre-sales commitments are actually delivered.
You translate new trends in standards, best practices and reusable solutions.
Your coaches and inspires colleagues, thereby raising the technical bar.
You will be working alongside international colleagues and contributes as thought leader through knowledge-sharing and events.

This is where you recognise yourself?

You seek substantive challenge, autonomy and the chance to make a truly meaningful impact.
You have 6–10 years’ experience in Data & Analytics, with a strong track record in solution or enterprise architecture within a consultancy or advisory context.
You will leave organisations demonstrably better: substantively strong, people-focused and results-driven.
Proven experience in designing end-to-end Data & AI architectures, with in-depth knowledge of the Microsoft, Azure and Databricks stack (including Microsoft Fabric), and you take a pragmatic approach to trade-offs
You also have valuable knowledge of open-source analytics and AI, and know when these offer the best solution
A thorough understanding of the entire value chain: data platforms and engineering, BI and analytics, advanced analytics/AI, and how governance and security fit into this
Experience in (or the drive to develop skills in) pre-sales: solution design, assessments, articulating value (business case, ROI/TCO) and compelling storytelling aimed at senior stakeholders
A natural trusted adviser: you’re not afraid to challenge requirements, influence senior management and business leaders, and translate complex subject matter into clear, accessible messages
A strong affinity for delivery: you understand what it takes to build and run an architecture, and you liaise easily with technical teams and business leaders
A passion for sharing knowledge and coaching; you inspire those around you and are a natural leader.
Structured yet pragmatic: you bring clarity and a clear overview, but adapt quickly when circumstances change

This is what else you are looking for in a job

A varied role in which you will set the technical direction for Data & AI projects at leading organisations.
A culture in which professional space, trust and development central.
A regular employment With flexibility in hours and workplace.
Salary between €5,000 and €6,500 e.g. full-time, suited to your experience
28 holidays for full-time employment
Hybrid working: at the customer, in the office and at home
Regular IMPROVEN benefits (including laptop/phone, pension and events), plus structural focus on knowledge sharing and professional development.
An active IMPROVEN community with sports activities, social events and knowledge sharing.
A professional culture in which quality is leading, entrepreneurship is encouraged and responsibility is trusted.
The opportunity to explore which form of contract best suits you.

Your Team

You’ll be part of a strong team of element61 Architects, Tech Leads and Delivery Leads who will help you get to grips with the element61 way of working, whilst giving you the freedom to grow, take ownership and develop your own style of technical leadership.

This is the perfect opportunity for someone who thrives in the the intersection of architecture, consultancy, pre-sales and delivery: a leader who enjoys devising the right solution, persuading stakeholders, and implementing that solution measurable impact will be on display.