IT Integration Leader / Solution Architect

Talan Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting group is seeking an experienced IT Integration Leader / Solution Architect to ensure seamless interoperability of smart metering systems. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in system integration, strong knowledge of APIs and cloud platforms, and a background in utilities IT. This role requires collaboration with cybersecurity teams and the management of complex IT environments.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in system integration projects.
• Strong understanding of AMI, utilities IT, and cloud platforms.
• Expertise in APIs, ESB, message bus, and data management tools.
• Expertise in APIs, ESB, message bus, and data management tools.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity and data privacy standards.
• PMP, MPM, or MSP certification beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Define integration architecture, message bus, and data exchange models.
• Coordinate API development, middleware, and ETL processes.
• Manage testing and validation of interfaces.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity and infrastructure teams.
• Support continuous integration and release management.

Skills

System integration

API development

Data management tools

Cybersecurity standards

APIs

ESB

Data management

Cybersecurity awareness

PM cert awareness

Education

PMP, MPM, or MSP certification

Tools

APIs

ESB

Message bus

Data integration tools

Job description

Talan is a global consulting group specializing in innovation and transformation through technology. For over 20 years, we have partnered with companies and public organizations to drive meaningful change.

We are purpose-driven, working across diverse sectors to tackle social and environmental challenges, simplify and improve market operations, leverage digital transformation, and ensure that data is managed responsibly and ethically.

Our expertise spans consultancy and outsourcing services, including programme management, market design, and governance. We also offer award-winning capabilities in cyber security, data privacy, and digital transformation.

We are currently seeking a IT Integration Leader / Solution Architect to join our team.

Job Description

The IT Integration Leader / Solution Architect will ensure seamless interoperability between smart metering systems, including communications services, HES, MDMS, CRM, and billing platforms. The role defines integration architectures, oversees API and data flow design, and coordinates with cybersecurity and infrastructure teams. It requires deep technical knowledge of system integration, message bus architectures, and proven experience managing complex IT environments within utilities or smart metering programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Define integration architecture, message bus, and data exchange models.
• Coordinate API development, middleware, and ETL processes.
• Manage testing and validation of interfaces.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity and infrastructure teams.
• Support continuous integration and release management.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in system integration projects.
• Strong understanding of AMI, utilities IT, and cloud platforms.
• Expertise in APIs, ESB, message bus, and data management tools.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity and data privacy standards.
• PMP, MPM, or MSP certification beneficial.