Solution Architect -Digital banking

TAT IT Technolgies; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is urgently seeking a Cloud Solution Architect specializing in digital banking. This role demands a minimum of 8 years in solution architecture, with a strong focus on designing secure and scalable banking solutions. The successful candidate will work closely with business units to align technology with organizational goals, ensuring compliance with financial regulations. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead innovative projects in a dynamic environment that embraces cutting-edge technologies like AI and blockchain. Join a team that values expertise and fosters growth in the rapidly evolving financial sector.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in solution architecture with a focus on digital banking.
• Certifications in cloud architecture are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable digital banking solutions.
• Lead architecture for web, mobile, backend, and cloud platforms.

Skills

Solution Architecture

Digital Banking

Cloud Technologies (AWS, Azure)

API-First Design

Agile Methodologies

DevOps

Security Principles

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Master's in Information Technology

Tools

AWS

Azure

Job description

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Base pay range

We have an urgent requirement for Cloud Solution Architect-Digital Banking for one of our banking clients in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Experience : Min 8 years as Solution Architect & 4 years in digital banking mandatory.

30 days and below joiners ONLY – please don’t submit anyone above 30 days.

Any one certification is a must.

Certification :

• Certifications in cloud architecture (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert, etc.)
• TOGAF, Zachman, or other enterprise architecture certifications.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Solution Architect with expertise in the banking domain to join our client's technology team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable, secure, and efficient banking solutions that align with business needs, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities :

• Design robust, scalable, and secure digital banking solutions, including customer-facing portals, mobile applications, online banking platforms, and API-driven banking services.
• Ensure alignment of digital banking solutions with organizational goals, business strategies, and evolving market trends.
• Lead the architecture and design of complete digital banking ecosystems, covering web, mobile, backend, and cloud platforms.
• Continuously evaluate emerging technologies and trends in digital banking, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, and blockchain.
• Work closely with business units, product owners, UX / UI designers, and technical teams to define requirements and translate them into technical architecture.
• Ensure adherence to financial regulations (e.g., PSD2, GDPR, KYC) and risk management policies throughout the architecture and implementation lifecycle.
• Lead and mentor junior architects and technical teams, fostering innovation and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in solution architecture, with at least 4 years focused on digital banking or financial technology.
• In-depth knowledge of digital banking technologies such as core banking systems, customer onboarding, products, and payment processing.
• Experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure) and cloud-native solutions.
• Strong proficiency in modern software architecture patterns (microservices, event-driven, serverless) and API-first design.
• Understanding of security principles, encryption methods, and regulatory compliance in the financial sector.
• Experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies.