Senior Solution Architect

Description

We are looking for a senior solution architect to lead the design and delivery of scalable, secure, and high-performing digital banking solutions, with a focus on digital products and corporate banking platforms. This role will play a critical part in defining end-to-end architecture, ensuring alignment with business objectives, and driving innovation across modern banking ecosystems.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

1. Solution design & delivery
   Design and deliver end-to-end architecture solutions across digital and corporate banking platforms.
   Translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and high-performing technical solutions.
   Own architecture artifacts including HLDs, LLDs, and solution design documents.
   Ensure timely delivery of architecture outputs aligned with project timelines.
   Drive integration strategies across core banking, payment systems, and third-party platforms.


2. Platform reliability, security & performance
   Architect resilient, highly available, and secure systems aligned with enterprise standards.
   Embed security architecture principles (IAM, encryption, API security, zero-trust) across solutions.
   Ensure compliance with banking regulations and security frameworks.
   Optimize system performance, scalability, and fault tolerance.


3. Architecture governance & best practices
   Define and promote reusable architecture patterns, blueprints, and frameworks.
   Conduct architecture reviews and peer review sessions to ensure quality and consistency.
   Drive adoption of modern architecture practices (microservices, API-first, cloud-native).
   Improve architecture workflows through automation and standardization.


4. Stakeholder collaboration
   Act as a bridge between business, product, and engineering teams.
   Work closely with stakeholders to align architecture with business goals and product strategy.
   Provide technical leadership and guidance across cross-functional teams.


5. Knowledge sharing & leadership
   Conduct technical workshops and knowledge-sharing sessions for teams.
   Mentor engineers and junior architects, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
   Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation within the architecture practice.


6. Continuous learning & development
   Stay updated with emerging technologies, fintech trends, and architecture practices.
   Actively contribute to personal and team growth through learning, coaching, and mentoring.

Required Skills & Experience

• 8+ years of experience in solution architecture / software architecture
• Strong background in digital banking and corporate banking systems
• Expertise in solution architecture and security architecture
• Hands-on experience with:
  • Microservices architecture & API design
  • Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • Integration patterns and middleware
  • DevSecOps and CI/CD pipelines
• Strong understanding of:
  • Banking systems (Core Banking, Payments, Channels)
  • Security frameworks and best practices
  • Experience in designing scalable, distributed systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in UAE/GCC banking domain
• Certifications in Cloud / Architecture / Security (TOGAF, AWS, Azure, etc.)
• Exposure to modern digital banking platforms and fintech ecosystems

What We’re Looking For

• Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking
• Ability to own and drive architecture decisions end-to-end
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Passion for building secure, scalable, and future-ready systems