Spektrum supports apex purchasers (NATO, UN, EU, and National Government and Defence) and their Tier 1 supplier ecosystem with a wide range of specialist services. We provide our clients with professional services, specialised aerospace and defence sales, delivery, and operational subject matter expertise. We are looking for personnel to join our team and support key client projects.

Who we are supporting 

The NATO Communication and Information Agency (NCIA) is responsible for providing secure and effective communications and information technology (IT) services to NATO's member countries and its partners. The agency was established in 2012 and is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium.

The NCIA provides a wide range of services, including:

• Cyber Security: The NCIA provides advanced cybersecurity solutions to protect NATO's communication networks and information systems against cyber threats.
• Command and Control Systems: The NCIA develops and maintains the systems used by NATO's military commanders to plan and execute operations.
• Satellite Communications: The NCIA provides satellite communications services to enable secure and reliable communications between NATO forces.
• Electronic Warfare: The NCIA provides electronic warfare services to support NATO's mission to detect, deny, and defeat threats to its communication networks.
• Information Management: The NCIA manages NATO's information technology infrastructure, including its databases, applications, and servers.

Overall, the NCIA plays a critical role in ensuring the security and effectiveness of NATO's communication and information technology capabilities.

The program

Assistance and Advisory Service (AAS)

The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency) is NATO’s principal C3 capability deliverer and CIS service provider. It provides, maintains and defends the NATO enterprise-wide information technology infrastructure to enable Allies to consult together under Article IV, and, when required, stand together in the face of attack under Article V.

To provide these critical services, in the modern evolving dynamic environment the NCI Agency needs to build and maintain high performance-engaged workforce. The NCI Agency workforce strategically consists of three major categorise's: NATO International Civilians (NIC)'s, Military (Mil), and Interim Workforce Consultants (IWC)'s. The IWCs are a critical part of the overall NCI Agency workforce and make up approximately 15 percent of the total workforce.

Role ID – 2026-0043

Role Background

NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA), as the main ICT service provider in NATO, is the main technical entity providing subject matter expertise to support NATO Cyber and Digital Transformation (CDT) Branch’s Innovation Programmes of Work (PoW) and relevant activities in 2026. NCIA Chief Technology Office (CTO) is looking for a Contractor who will provide full-stack software development support to the PoW projects.

Role Duties and Responsibilities

• Support NCIA in the NATO Programmes of Work with CDT in the area of software development for digital innovation and technology applications.
• Develop advanced application capabilities for analysts, enabling the exploration, analysis, and synthesis of strategic foresight analysis data through complex, multi-step user experience workflows, including cross-article reasoning, topic engineering, source intelligence, and relevance assessment.
• Develop full-stack integrations with AI-enabled backend services, including the exposure of AI-driven analytical functions, retrieval mechanisms, and automated synthesis capabilities in a controlled and user-transparent manner.
• Apply sound software design principles to ensure transparent, auditable, and controllable analytical workflows, including clear traceability between inputs, sources, AI-assisted reasoning steps, and generated outputs, suitable for high-trust analytical and policy environments.
• Deliver deployment-ready solutions that are compatible with restricted and secure environments, including solutions subject to accreditation for NATO UNCLASSIFIED (NU) deployment, and capable of operating under governance, security, and operational constraints beyond standard commercial systems.

Essential Skills, Experience and Certifications

• Senior-level full stack development experience with at least 8 years of experience, covering: frontend and backend development, system architecture, integration, implementation and end-to-end ownership from design through deployment.
• Extensive knowledge in frontend (Vue.js, React, Astro) and backend frameworks (Python, FastAPI), including: Frontend application architecture and state management, backend API design, schema validation, and service orchestration.
• Proven experience integrating frontend applications with backend APIs and data services, including: high-volume data ingestion and querying, search, retrieval, and analytics- oriented backends, performance-aware UI–backend interaction patterns. The bidder must provide at least two project examples demonstrating the experience.
• Practical experience integrating AI and LLM-based services, including: LLM-powered analysis, synthesis, and content generation, retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) or hybrid retrieval approaches and deterministic, traceable, and auditable AI outputs suitable for policy and analytical use.
• Experience with designing and implementing analyst-facing workflows, with emphasis on: transparency of analytical results, traceability of sources, reasoning, and outputs, user control over inputs, filters, and relevance criteria.
• Experience working in analytical decision-support contexts or strategic foresight, including: Topic engineering and thematic analysis, source intelligence and relevance assessment, multi-source analytical synthesis.
• Ability to work independently at senior level, including: structuring complex systems from high-level requirements, translating abstract objectives into concrete technical deliverables and delivery constraints
• Experience with analytical platforms, such as strategic foresight analysis, emerging and disruptive technologies assessment, or decision-support tooling.
• Experience deploying solutions in restricted, controlled, or secure environments, including: separation of environments, controlled AI service integration, deployment constraints beyond standard commercial cloud setups
• Candidate must have the nationality of one of the NATO nations.

Language

• Excellent command of spoken and written English. 

Working Location

• Offsite

Working Policy

• Remote

Travel

This Task Order requires travel, consisting of up to 3 visits to NCIA Brussels (one per quarter) for a maximum of one working day each visit. Travel dates will be planned during the Project Kick-off Meeting with NCIA Project Manager. The travel, lodging and associated expenses for travel are included in the price of the bid (NTE), such that the purchaser shall not be invoiced.

Extraordinary Travel (Purchaser Directed Travel) may be required to other NATO or non- ATO locations as necessary. In the event of such unforeseen meetings being called, the cost of all travel and subsistence will be addressed through a contract amendment.

Extraordinary Travel expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with Article 5.5 of AAS+ Framework Contract. Such costs will be set as a separate PO line with a not to exceed value to cover and reimburse of actual expenses upon submissions of all receipts and invoices in line with NCIA processes.

Security Clearance

• Valid National or NATO Secret personal security clearance

Senior Python / Agentic AI Engineer

Capco: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Capco is a global leader in consulting, uniquely positioned to drive innovation and transformation in the financial services industry. More than consultants, we are strategic partners and problem solvers for some of the largest organizations in Banking, Insurance, Investment Management, Data/Digital Transformation, Regulatory Compliance, and ICT Risk. Our business and technology professionals thrive in a dynamic environment where creativity, collaboration, and cutting-edge solutions are at the heart of everything we do. Experience the Capco difference and explore how you can shape your future with us at capco.com.

Capco’s AI Lab

The AI Lab is a cross-disciplinary research and engineering centre that translates advanced AI research into robust, deployable solutions for clients and internal products. It runs applied research (ML and agentic/LLM systems, planning, simulation and evaluation), rapid prototyping and production engineering (APIs, CI/CD, observability, data platforms and cost/latency optimisation), and rigorous evaluation and safety work (benchmarks, red-teaming, monitoring, governance and compliance). The lab also supports client engagements and internal innovation by building demonstrators and reference architectures, transferring technology to delivery teams, publishing technical learnings, and maintaining the shared infrastructure, tooling and best practices that enable reproducible, secure and scalable AI deployment.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable, production-grade Python services that leverage LLMs and Agentic architectures.
• Design and implement robust agent workflows and orchestration patterns to automate complex business processes in regulated enterprise environments.
• Build and maintain reliable AI-enabled backend systems, including orchestration layers, tool integrations, knowledge access mechanisms, and observability.
• Design modern knowledge access architectures for LLM systems, including retrieval strategies, semantic indexing, and structured interfaces to enterprise data sources.
• Apply strong software engineering practices (testing, CI/CD, monitoring, structured logging, versioning of prompts and models) to ensure reliability and maintainability of AI systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI capabilities into enterprise applications and workflows.
• Work closely with stakeholders to translate business requirements into secure, compliant, and scalable AI-driven solutions.
• Contribute to system architecture decisions including agent orchestration, reasoning workflows, knowledge access strategies, and model integration patterns.
• Optionally contribute to user interfaces using Angular or React to support AI-powered applications.
• Ensure systems meet enterprise standards for security, reliability, and compliance.

Required Experience

• Fluent in English and fluent in Dutch or French.
• 5+ years of professional experience building enterprise-grade Python applications, with strong software engineering fundamentals.
• Proven experience designing and deploying Agentic or LLM-powered systems in production, ideally within enterprise or regulated environments.
• Strong expertise applying large language models to complex automation, information retrieval, and decision-support problems.
• Experience designing agentic architectures, including orchestration, tool usage, planning workflows, and system-level reasoning patterns.
• Experience building LLM systems that combine reasoning, tool access, and dynamic information retrieval, beyond simple prompt pipelines.
• Deep proficiency in Python, including modern frameworks, OOP, design patterns and best practices.
• Experience developing production APIs and backend services that integrate with enterprise systems and data sources.
• Demonstrated experience building reliable AI systems beyond prototypes, with attention to testing, monitoring, evaluation, and operational stability.

Why Join Capco?

• Capco provides an environment where your expertise and innovative ideas will thrive. Here’s why you’ll love working with us:
• Competitive Compensation: Includes a company car or green mobility budget, allowances, end-of-year bonuses, health insurance, mobile phone, laptop, and meal vouchers.
• Learning Opportunities: Gain access to advanced learning platforms, in-person and virtual courses, and our network of global experts to support your continuous development.
• Flexible Working Environment: Enjoy a hybrid setting, combining the benefits of remote flexibility with in-office collaboration.
• Work-Life Balance: Work in a supportive environment designed to encourage balance and wellness both personally and professionally.
• Innovative Culture: Operate in a non-hierarchical workspace where great ideas and initiative are celebrated, giving you a platform to showcase your expertise.

Lead Delivery Consultant – Financial Services Transformation

At Capco, we partner with top institutions in financial services to deliver substantial and meaningful change. With a focus on forward-thinking innovation, exceptional delivery, and client-centric solutions, we help organizations adapt to evolving markets and challenges across Banking, Asset Management, and Capital Markets. We are seeking an experienced Lead Delivery Consultant to drive transformational initiatives spanning Trading & Custody, Post-Settlement, and Asset Management & Distribution services. This role involves successfully aligning business, IT, and operations while delivering measurable results through process improvements, technology, and organizational change.

About the Role

As a Consultant at Capco, you will guide organizations through complex cross-entity transformation programs, leveraging expertise process optimization, organizational change management, and technical solutions. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, helping organizations align their business, operational, and technology models with their strategic vision.

Your Key Responsibilities

Industry Expertise Application: Bring deep domain knowledge across Trading & Custody, Post-Settlement, and Asset Management & Distribution to drive successful programs.

Organizational Transformation: Lead organizational change efforts, including defining mission and vision, ideating future-state strategies, and driving change training initiatives.

Process Optimization and Improvements: Perform detailed process analyses, identify gaps, and execute improvement strategies to enhance operational efficiency.

Data and Technology Alignment: Map data lineages, perform maturity assessments, and ensure that business processes align with technical solutions and data governance best practices.

Program Management: Oversee the delivery of strategic portfolios, manage cross-functional teams, and ensure end-to-end execution of roadmaps.

Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders across business, IT, and operational teams, ensuring successful project alignment and delivery.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a seasoned consultant with versatile expertise across the financial services industry, including strong leadership capabilities and technical knowledge to drive innovative solutions.

Key Skills and Experience Requirements:

Financial Services Industry Expertise

Proficient in Trading & Custody, Post-Settlement, and Asset Management & Distribution.

Strong understanding of risk and compliance management in financial services.

Consulting & Transformation Expertise

Expertise in Organizational Change Management, including mission/vision alignment and future-state ideation.

Proficient in performing Gap and Maturity Assessments, Target Operating Model (TOM) Design, and Process Improvements.

Skilled in Roadmap Definition and Execution with a proven track record in driving successful operational and technical transformation programs.

Strong capabilities in Project and Program Management, handling complex portfolios across business and IT functions.

Technical Skills

Advanced competency in MS Office Suite, MS Project, and collaboration tools such as Jira, Trello, Asana, and Confluence.

Proficiency in process mapping tools, including Visio (UML).

Experience in SQL, NoSQL, REST APIs, and programming languages such as Python and JavaScript (React, Node).

Demonstrated ability to perform data analysis and visualization using Power BI (m-code/DAX) or Tableau.

Excellent knowledge of Dutch or French AND English.

Why Join Capco?

Capco provides an environment where your expertise and innovative ideas will thrive. Here’s why you’ll love working with us:

Competitive Compensation: Includes a company car or green mobility budget, allowances, end-of-year bonuses, health insurance, mobile phone, laptop, and meal vouchers.

Learning Opportunities: Gain access to advanced learning platforms, in-person and virtual courses, and our network of global experts to support your continuous development.

Flexible Working Environment: Enjoy a hybrid setting, combining the benefits of remote flexibility with in-office collaboration.

Work-Life Balance: Work in a supportive environment designed to encourage balance and wellness both personally and professionally.

Innovative Culture: Operate in a non-hierarchical workspace where great ideas and initiative are celebrated, giving you a platform to showcase your expertise.

Ready to Drive Business Transformation?

If you are an experienced consultant ready to lead innovative projects and create measurable impact in Financial Services, we want to hear from you.

Apply now at capco.com/careers and join a team where you can truly own your career while shaping the future of the financial industry.

Ben jij een Django Developer met een sterke ondernemersgeest? 🚀

De software engineer zal een bestaande team van een vijf personen integreren bezig met de ontwikkeling van een python-applicatie in Django om de operationele noden te ondersteunen. Day-to-day zal het werk over de ontwikkeling van nieuwe features en het onderhouden van de bestaande features. Het hele project wordt ontwikkeld met behulp van Agile-methoden en is volledig on-premise. We vragen een aanwezigheid van 2 dagen per week op kantoor, in Brussel, goed bereikbaar met het openbaar vervoer. De kandidaat moet een veiligheidsaccreditatie kunnen verkrijgen.  

We zoeken een gedreven en detailgerichte Software engineer met een passie voor het modellen, ontwerpen, ontwikkelen van innovatieve softwarecomponenten en applicaties. Beschikt over ervaring met het development van data-applicaties in Django/FastAPI, en een bewezen staat van dienst in het vertalen van klanten noden naar technische eisen. 

• Front-end development : Expertise in het bouwen en onderhouden van applicaties in React.  
• Back-end development : Diepgaande kennis van Python voor software dev, aantoonbare ervaring met python Django en optioneel maar een plus in .NET.  
• Gegevenskwaliteit en Integriteit: Sterke focus op het waarborgen van de nauwkeurigheid, volledigheid en betrouwbaarheid van gegevens. 
• Probleemoplossend Vermogen: Uitstekende analytische vaardigheden om complexe technische uitdagingen op te lossen en data-driven oplossingen te leveren.  
• Plus: web servers Nginx or Apache.