TCJ2388

Zohorecruit; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

tech carrot, a Dubai-based IT services leader, seeks a Senior Solution Architect to design end-to-end data platforms and digital engineering initiatives. You will translate business needs into scalable architecture, guiding cross-functional teams and driving governance-compliant designs across enterprise frameworks.

Ideal candidates have 15+ years in IT with 5+ in architecture, strong Azure/AI exposure, and TOGAF/CBA certifications, plus excellent communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in IT with at least 5 years in a solution-architecture role.
• Experience in Business Architecture including capability modeling and roadmaps.
• Automotive dealership & distribution domain experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of AI and Gen AI technologies; Azure cloud platform exposure.
• TOGAF and CBA certifications
• Strong presentation and communication skills required.
• Experience with microservices, APIs and integration patterns.
• Experience in architecture governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of end-to-end data platforms and digital engineering initiatives.
• Translate business needs into technical architecture and design specs.
• Align solutions with enterprise architecture frameworks and best practices (e.g., TOGAF).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive solutions.
• Evaluate technologies and platforms to meet project needs.
• Develop architectural artifacts and data flow diagrams.
• Drive approval of high-level designs through governance.
• Advise on roadmaps, gaps, and prioritization.

Skills

Architectural leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Agile/Scrum

DevOps practices

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

TOGAF

CBA

Tools

Azure

Microservices

APIs

CI/CD

Job description

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 08/04/2026

tech carrot is a leading global ITservice provider and partner in digital transformation offering cost-effective,customer-centric, and cutting-edge digital solutions to clients worldwide.

founded in 2016, tech carrot isheadquartered in Dubai, UAE. Being a people-oriented organization with aphilosophy of "We care" as our core DNA, tech carrot continuallyfocuses on new initiatives and strategies to increase overall employeeexperience by providing a plethora of platforms to drive employee development,overall efficiency, increase overall employee satisfaction. With over 200+technology specialists who are engaged and motivated we are growing at 20% a year-on-year since inception.

We offer cutting-edge services across multipleindustries and deliver seamless customer experiences, ensuring high value andrapid growth for our clients. tech carrot has earned wide recognition as areliable partner for organizations across the globe because of its professionalapproach and strong delivery capabilities. The Middle East and Africa arehandled by UAE operations, while APAC is handled by India operations. We havealso expanded in the USA and the Netherlands as well.

Job Description

• Lead the design of end-to-end solutions across data platforms and digital engineering initiatives.
• Translate business needs into technical architecture and design specifications.
• Ensure solutions are aligned with enterprise architecture frameworks and best practices (e.g., TOGAF).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including business analysts, data engineers, software developers, and DevOps to deliver cohesive and scalable solutions.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, platforms, and frameworks to meet project and organizational needs.
• Develop and maintain architectural artifacts, including high-level designs, data flow diagrams, system interactions, and integration patterns.
• Drive the approval of the high-level designs through the governance process.
• Perform Business capability modeling, business capability assessment including identification of gaps and opportunities, As-Is, Transition & Target Architecture views and recommend roadmaps/initiatives with prioritization.
• Advocate and enforce architectural principles, standards, patterns and policies
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to engineering teams.
• Stay up to date on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in data architecture and digital engineering.
• Able to perform architecture assessments and present the findings and recommendations tailored for senior leadership audience

Requirements

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in IT, including at least 5 years in a solution architecture role with significant exposure to both data and digital engineering environments.
• Experience in Business Architecture including business capability modeling, business capability assessment including identification of gaps and opportunities, As-Is, Transition & Target Architecture views and recommending roadmaps/initiatives with prioritization. Good presentation (Microsoft PowerPoint) and communication skills are mandatory.
• Experience in Automotive Dealership & Distribution industry (New and Used vehicles).
• Strong exposure to AI and Gen AI technologies and experience with the Azure cloud platform and related technologies.
• Preferred Certifications: TOGAF, CBA.
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles and experience with microservices, APIs, and integration patterns.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering business value through AI solutions.
• Experience in architecture governance.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Experience in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Familiarity with modern DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant technical professional certifications, such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure AI fundamentals are highly valued.