Principal Solution Architect

Entertainer Fz; Dubai; On-site; AED 330,000 - 478,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital company in Dubai is seeking a highly skilled Senior Solutions Architect to lead the design and deployment of robust enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in solution architecture and software engineering, along with strong communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, along with the opportunity to contribute to the success of a well-known UAE brand. You will collaborate with a talented team to deliver high-quality products that enhance customer experiences.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to work in an energetic environment

Chance to contribute to a well-known UAE brand

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in solution architecture, software engineering or systems design.
• Proven experience in designing and delivering scalable, high-performance systems.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence decisions.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end technical architectures for enterprise systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements.
• Guide development teams throughout the implementation lifecycle.

Skills

Solution architecture

Software engineering

API design

Cloud technologies

Microservices

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

MySQL

Redis

NodeJS

ReactJS

Job description

About Us

The ENTERTAINER is a leading digital company dedicated to adding value for consumers by bringing them the best incentive offers globally. We are a 100% digital data‑driven tech company providing firstrate offers across renowned dining leisure entertainment and hotel brands worldwide. The ENTERTAINER has grown with the aim of creating unbeatable value and loyalty everywhere we operate. We believe that experience is everything and that’s why we are passionate about creating unforgettable experiences for our customers, partners and employees.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Solutions Architect who specializes in designing, developing and deploying enterprise applications for web and mobile platforms. You will lead the architecture of robust, scalable, highly available and maintainable systems that power our digital experiences. Working at the intersection of technology and business you will collaborate with a diverse and talented team of engineers and product managers to deliver high‑quality products that meet the expectations of our customers and stakeholders. If you’re passionate about solving complex problems, learning new technologies and creating meaningful impact this role is for you.

As a Principal Solution Architect you will

• Design end‑to‑end technical architectures for enterprise systems, web and mobile applications, and integrations.
• Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into solution blueprints.
• Evaluate and recommend tools, frameworks and platforms to enhance architectural efficiency and scalability.
• Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture standards, domain‑driven design principles, security policies and compliance requirements.
• Guide development teams throughout the implementation lifecycle, including code reviews, performance tuning and technical troubleshooting.
• Develop and maintain architectural documentation, including diagrams, standards and decision records.
• Lead technical assessments, feasibility studies and POCs (proof of concepts).
• Foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement within cross‑functional teams.

Technical Strengths

• Languages & Frameworks: Python, Golang, Django, Flask, PHP, Laravel, Symphony, CakePHP, ReactJS, NodeJS, Core.
• Databases: MySQL, Aurora, MySQL, Redis, OpenSearch.
• Cloud: AWS & Azure Cloud.
• Integrations & Tools: MoEngage, Singular, Epsilon, SendGrid, Salesforce, UAE PASS, Crashlytics.
• Platforms: Android, iOS & Web.
• Architecture: RESTful APIs, Microservices, Event‑Driven Architecture, Serverless.

What were looking for

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
• 8 years of experience in solution architecture, software engineering or systems design.
• Proven experience designing and delivering scalable, secure, highly available and high‑performance systems for Web APIs and mobile applications.
• Strong understanding of software architectures like Layered, Client‑Server, Microservice, Service‑oriented, MVC, even driven architectures based on cloud.
• Certified in software architecture, domain‑driven design or enterprise architecture foundations is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in designing APIs, microservices, enterprise integration patterns and data architectures.
• Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to work across functional teams and influence decisions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications such as CPSA, TOGAF, AWS Certified Solution Architect Professional or equivalent.
• Experience in regulated industries (e.g. fintech, healthcare, telecom) is desirable.
• Exposure to Enterprise SaaS platforms and B2C & Multitenant B2B application architectures.
• Familiarity with LLM Models, Generative AI (GenAI) and AI integration in modern mobile applications.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with an energetic and innovative company.
• A chance to contribute to the success of a well‑known UAE brand.

Required Experience:

Senior IC