Solution Design Architect - Monitoring Tools (15-22 yrs)

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 as the bridge between high-level Enterprise Architecture and detailed implementation teams.

The ideal candidate 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.

Required Qualifications and Experience :

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

- Proven expertise in solution design, application development, and technology architecture, particularly 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 developing and optimizing applications.

- Frameworks: Deep knowledge of Spring and Spring Boot for building robust and scalable applications.

- 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.

- Mainframe Systems: Solid experience in maintaining and enhancing mainframe-based applications.

- Monitoring Tools: Proficiency with Dynatrace or similar tools for application performance monitoring.

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.