Meet Robert Kloosterhuis: Technologist, Platform Architect and Cloud Native enthusiast
Robert Kloosterhuis is Technologist at ITQ and practice lead for Cloud Native Platforms. With over 24 years of experience in IT, he helps organizations make sense of modern technology by translating complex cloud-native concepts into clear architecture, strategy and implementation. He’s deeply involved in the CNCF ecosystem and works as a platform architect for Kubernetes-based environments and internal developer platforms, leveraging solutions like VMware Tanzu and SUSE Rancher.
Driving Cloud Native strategy and engineering excellence
At ITQ, Robert takes on roles ranging from technical architect to product owner and project lead, always focused on business outcomes. He supports customers in shaping their cloud-native vision, advises on best practices, and helps teams structure their thinking and execution around platform engineering. He also leads pre-sales efforts, manages strategic vendor relations, supports internal knowledge sharing, and heads ITQ’s annual delegation to events such as KubeCon. Robert is known for his ability to connect the dots — breaking down complexity, explaining abstract ideas, and structuring technology into something actionable and understandable. With one foot firmly rooted in real-world tech, he brings energy, clarity and direction to every engagement.
