Senior Solution Architect (Fintech)

TL;DR

Senior Solution Architect (Fintech): Designing and architecting resilient, secure, and reliable applications including mobile apps within microservices and API-based ecosystems, with an accent on banking, payments, and wealth management domains. Focus on proposing architectural design principles, integrating cybersecurity controls, and leading Agile teams while mentoring junior architects.

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

What you will do

• Design and architect resilient, reliable, and secure applications including mobile apps in microservices and API ecosystems.
• Develop and maintain architectural standards, guidelines, and best practices.
• Lead and participate in Agile teams using Agile methodologies and ceremonies.
• Propose architectural design principles and justify their benefits and drawbacks.
• Integrate cybersecurity controls and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Coach and mentor associate and junior architects and developers.

Requirements

• Location: Based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
• Extensive experience in banking, accounting, payments, or settlements domains; wealth management experience preferred.
• Over five years of experience in end-to-end design for backend, frontend, APIs, microservices, and cloud-native infrastructure.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity controls and regulatory requirements (PCI-DSS, GDPR, UAE Central Bank).
• Experience with Agile methodologies and team structures.
• Strong analytical, stakeholder management, and mentoring skills.