Solution Architect – Payments Technology

TMC Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Solution Architect specializing in payments technology to provide technical leadership and manage engineering teams. The ideal candidate will possess over 10 years of software development experience, deep knowledge of payment processing systems, and strong leadership skills. This full-time role offers a competitive salary with growth opportunities in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and equity options

Opportunities for career advancement

Dynamic and collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 10+ years of software development experience focused on payments technology.
• Deep understanding of payment processing systems.
• Experience in managing engineering teams or in hands-on roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and technical guidance in payment system development.
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers.
• Drive execution of payment-related projects from inception to delivery.

Skills

Software development

Payments technology

Leadership

Communication

Agile methodologies

DevOps

Mentorship

Education

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

Tools

Java

Python

C++

NodeJS

Go

Rust

Job description

Solution Architect – Payments Technology

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Headhunting | Consulting & Mobilization | Data, Analytics, AI / ML - Technology - Telco - FinTech | Middle East

Job requirements :

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience (10+ years) in software development with a focus on payments technology.
• Deep understanding of payment processing systems, including but not limited to payment gateways, merchant services, and fraud prevention.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, NodeJS, Go, or Rust, and familiarity with modern software development practices (e.g., Agile, DevOps). The specific programming language is less important than the depth - a good guide is at least two programming languages.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience leading and mentoring engineering teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience working in a startup environment is a requirement.
• Additional skills or experience in managing engineering teams - in hands-on Engineering Manager or VP of Engineering roles would be beneficial.

Job responsibilities :

1. Technical Leadership: Provide strategic direction and technical guidance in the development and maintenance of payment systems.
2. Architect scalable and robust solutions to meet current and future business needs.
3. Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in payments technology.
4. Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
5. Coordinate with cross-functional teams including product management, design, and operations to deliver high-quality solutions on time.
6. Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to team members.
7. Project Management: Drive the execution of payment-related projects from inception to delivery, ensuring alignment with business goals.
8. Define project timelines, allocate resources, and manage risks effectively.
9. Track progress, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to ensure project success.
10. Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and define technical specifications for payment systems.
11. Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
12. Foster a culture of transparency and open communication within the engineering team.
13. Quality Assurance and Compliance: Implement rigorous testing procedures to ensure the reliability, security, and compliance of payment systems.
14. Stay informed about regulatory requirements and ensure that payment solutions adhere to industry standards and regulations.

Job benefits :

• Competitive salary and equity options
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment with passionate team members

Seniority level: Executive

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology, Engineering, and Management

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

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