30-06-2026
Brussels
Location: Brussels (Rue de France / South Express)
Start Date: 16 November 2026
Duration: Until 15 November 2030
Work Regime: Full-time
Experience: 5–10 years (Senior)
We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Leader to join the Signalling Design Platform and lead complex ICT projects focused on microservices architecture and ICT packages supporting railway signalling systems.
Working closely with the Business Project Leader, you will take ownership of the ICT delivery of projects related to ETCS, interlocking systems, and signalling maintenance. These projects are primarily developed internally using Agile methodologies, while some involve third-party software packages and external suppliers.
This is an excellent opportunity for a project leader who enjoys working in technically challenging, safety-critical environments where quality, cybersecurity, and compliance are essential.
Lead end-to-end ICT projects within the Signalling Design Platform.
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams of analysts, developers, and testers.
Deliver projects within agreed scope, budget, timeline, and quality standards.
Plan, monitor, and report on project progress, costs, risks, and incidents.
Organize Steering Committees and Gate Meetings.
Collaborate daily with the Business Project Leader.
Manage external vendors and software package implementations.
Ensure successful integration of solutions into the existing application landscape, including:
Infrastructure
Cybersecurity
Enterprise Architecture
Oversee release management activities.
Maintain technical documentation and the Configuration Management Database (CMDB).
Build and manage strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Drive continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 27001, and EN 50128 standards.
Minimum 5 years of Project Management experience.
Proven experience delivering Agile/Scrum projects.
Experience working within hybrid delivery methodologies (Agile + traditional project management).
Experience managing technical software development teams.
Experience with supplier and vendor management.
Experience in complex enterprise ICT environments.
Experience in safety-critical or highly regulated environments is a strong advantage.
Project Management (5+ years)
Agile / Scrum (5+ years)
PMI, PMBOK or PRINCE2
ITIL
Jira & Confluence
Knowledge of NIS / Cybersecurity
Basic infrastructure knowledge (Linux and/or Windows)
Basic database knowledge
SharePoint and Microsoft Office
Basic Java knowledge or experience managing Java development projects
SAFe knowledge or practical experience
We're looking for someone who is:
Autonomous and proactive
Highly organized and structured
Strong communicator
Business and user oriented
Agile-minded and collaborative
Comfortable working in demanding environments
Quality-driven with strong attention to detail
Flexible and solution-oriented
Professional, reliable, and accountable
Able to present confidently to management and stakeholders
Committed to long-term project success and continuous improvement
Experience with railway signalling systems
Knowledge of ETCS
Experience in safety-critical software environments
Familiarity with EN 50128
Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 27001
Experience working with microservices architectures
You will play a key role in delivering mission-critical ICT projects supporting the railway signalling ecosystem. The position combines technical project leadership, stakeholder management, supplier coordination, governance, and Agile delivery, making it ideal for an experienced Senior Project Leader with a strong technical background and excellent leadership skills.
