Solution Design Architect

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Solution Design Architect to play a pivotal role in shaping the future
of banking technology for one of the most prominent financial institutions in the Saudi Arabia. This role requires a
seasoned professional with a unique blend of technical expertise, domain knowledge, and leadership skills to act
will drive innovation, ensure robust solutions, and contribute to the development of transformative banking
products.
**Key Responsibilities**:

- Strategic Leadership:

- Serve as the orchestrator and strategic brain behind the bank’s technology landscape, guiding
architecture decisions across teams and projects.
- Provide thought leadership in solution architecture, ensuring alignment with the bank's long-term
technology vision and business goals.
- Collaboration and Communication:

- Act as the intermediary between the Enterprise Architecture team and low-level design teams to
ensure alignment and clarity in solution design.
- Collaborate with integration teams to deliver seamless, scalable, and resilient enterprise solutions.
- Engage with business stakeholders to gather requirements, propose solutions, and deliver
technical insights in non-technical language.
- Solution Development:

- Design innovative, future-ready banking products by integrating emerging technologies and best
practices.
- Lead the development and implementation of scalable solutions, ensuring they meet performance,
security, and compliance standards.
- Oversee and guide the implementation of microservices, APIs, and cloud-native solutions.
- Technology Optimization:

- Evaluate and enhance existing systems, identifying opportunities for innovation and efficiency.
- Utilize monitoring tools like Dynatrace to ensure system reliability and proactively address
potential issues.
- Team Leadership and Mentorship:

- Mentor and guide junior architects and developers to foster a culture of excellence.
- Lead cross-functional technical discussions and provide direction to teams to achieve project goals.

**Requirements**:
**Required Qualifications and Experience**:

- Minimum Experience: 16+ years in IT, with at least 8+ years in the Banking/Financial domain.

in banking environments.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and deliver large-scale, complex transformation projects.

**Technical Skills**:

- Programming Expertise: Proficiency in Java, Python, and Cobol, with hands-on experience in
- Cloud Technology: Experience with cloud platforms, including architecture, deployment, and

operations.
- Microservices and APIs: In-depth understanding of designing and implementing microservices and API- driven architectures.
- DevOps Practices: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated deployments, and DevOps tools.
- Batch Processing: Expertise in batch system optimization and maintenance.

**Domain Expertise**:

- Comprehensive understanding of Core Banking Systems and their integrations.
- Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platforms, particularly Microsoft Dynamics.
- Familiarity with Treasury Backend systems, General Ledger (GL) systems, and enterprise solutions like

Murex.
**Preferred Qualifications**:

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven track record of working with diverse

teams.
- Up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, security protocols, and compliance regulations in the

banking sector.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to emerging trends and technologies.