FinTech Solutions Architect

FRESME Enterprise; Manama; Hybrid; BHD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

FRESME is seeking a FinTech Solutions Architect in Manama with 6+ years in FinTech architecture or senior payment systems engineering. You will design digital banks, payment gateways, and wallets, ensuring compliance with SAMA Open Banking, CBB, and SBP guidelines while coordinating with CBS, Visa/Mastercard, and security teams.

The role emphasizes API security (OAuth 2.0, mTLS, tokenisation), strong technical leadership, and stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in FinTech architecture or senior payment systems engineering.
• Deep understanding of ISO 8583 and ISO 20022.
• Experience with digital banking platforms (Temenos, Thought Machine, Mambu).
• Knowledge of SAMA Open Banking framework and/or CBB regulations.
• Expertise in API security (OAuth 2.0, mTLS, tokenisation).
• Strong documentation and stakeholder communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Architect end-to-end FinTech solutions including digital banks, payment gateways, and mobile wallets.
• Lead technical discovery with banking clients and translate requirements into technical blueprints.
• Design solutions around SAMA Open Banking, CBB regulations, and SBP guidelines.
• Define integration patterns with CBS, card schemes, and switch networks.
• Work with security teams to implement PCI-DSS and regional cybersecurity frameworks.
• Provide technical leadership during implementation and go-live phases.

Skills

FinTech architecture

Payment systems

ISO 8583

ISO 20022

Digital banking

API security

OAuth 2.0

mTLS

Documentation

Stakeholder comms

Tools

Temenos

Thought Machine

Mambu

Job description

1. Careers2. /3. FinTech Solutions ArchitectFinTech# FinTech Solutions ArchitectApply nowLocation: Manama / RemoteType: Full-timePosted: 19 October 2026 All open roles## About the roleJoin FRESME's FinTech team to design and deliver digital banking, payment gateway, and wallet infrastructure for clients across the GCC. You'll work directly with banks and PSPs to architect solutions that are secure, scalable, and built around SAMA, CBB, and SBP rules.## What you’ll do1. 01Architect end-to-end FinTech solutions including digital banks, payment gateways, and mobile wallets2. 02Lead technical discovery with banking clients and translate requirements into technical blueprints3. 03Design solutions around SAMA Open Banking, CBB regulations, and SBP guidelines4. 04Define integration patterns with core banking systems (CBS), card schemes (Visa, Mastercard), and switch networks5. 05Work with security teams to implement PCI-DSS and regional cybersecurity frameworks6. 06Provide technical leadership during implementation and go-live phases## What we’re looking for* 6+ years in FinTech architecture or senior payment systems engineering* Deep understanding of ISO 8583, ISO 20022, and payment switching* Experience with digital banking platforms (Temenos, Thought Machine, Mambu, or similar)* Knowledge of SAMA Open Banking framework and/or CBB regulations* Expertise in API security (OAuth 2.0, mTLS, tokenisation)* Strong documentation and stakeholder communication skills## Nice to have* Experience launching a digital bank or neobank from scratch* CAMS, CISSP, or PCI QSA certification* Arabic language skills* Prior experience in GCC financial services market## About FRESMEFRESME is an enterprise technology company with offices in Riyadh & Jeddah, Manama, Lahore & Karachi and London, and our own servers in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Pakistan and the UK.About FRESME Careers at FRESMEFRESME is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regions, and identities.Apply## Apply for this roleFinTech Solutions ArchitectYour CV (PDF / Word)\\*Applications are reviewed within 3–5 business days. By submitting, you consent to the processing and retention of your resume and candidate details under our Privacy Policy.Have questions about this role?[e-mail]