Solution Architect - Telecom & Fintech

Ontrac Solutions; Paris; Sur place; EUR 80 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading tech consultancy is looking for a Solution Architect to lead the integration design for a strategic migration project focused on a FinTech/Telecom platform. The ideal candidate must have over 8 years of experience, with deep expertise in the Talend ecosystem and hands-on experience with Huawei CPS or similar systems. This role is critical for the modernization of the mobile money infrastructure and requires strong communication and analytical skills. Fluency in French is required, and conversational English is a plus.

Prestations

Competitive salary

Opportunity for travel

Long-term partnership possibilities

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a Solution Architect or Technical Lead in integration projects.
• Deep expertise in Talend ecosystem with a track record of enterprise-scale implementations.
• Experience with Huawei CPS platform or similar telecom payment systems.

Responsabilités

• Design end-to-end integration architecture for Talend-based middleware.
• Lead technical discussions with stakeholders and guide development teams.
• Ensure architecture meets security and regulatory requirements.

Connaissances

Talend ecosystem expertise

API design patterns

Integration technologies

Real-time transaction processing

Problem-solving capabilities

Excellent communication skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Outils

Talend ESB

Huawei CPS platform

Description du poste

*Open to travel to Madagascar if outside the country*
*Must have conversational English*

Project Overview

This is a strategic migration project for our FinTech/Telecom client, involving the complete modernization of the mobile money and telecom platform infrastructure. The project centers on migrating from legacy systems to a modern Talend-based integration architecture, interfacing with the Huawei CPS (Convergent Payment System) platform and supporting multi-channel customer interactions.

This engagement is critical for the upcoming Huawei platform migration and represents a long-term strategic partnership opportunity.

Position Summary

As the Solution Architect, you will be the technical authority responsible for designing and overseeing the implementation of a comprehensive integration solution. You will bridge the gap between business requirements and technical implementation, ensuring that the architecture supports current operational needs while positioning the platform for future growth and scalability.

Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Design

• Design end-to-end integration architecture for Talend-based middleware connecting USSD, App, and third‑party channels to Huawei CPS platform
• Define integration patterns, data flows, and API specifications for 25+ use cases spanning customer, agent, and merchant transactions
• Architect solutions for real‑time transaction processing, including P2P transfers, merchant payments, cash‑in/cash‑out, airtime purchases, and international remittances
• Design resilient, fault‑tolerant integration patterns with appropriate error handling, retry logic, and transaction rollback capabilities
• Create comprehensive High‑Level Design (HLD) and Low‑Level Design (LLD) documentation

Technical Leadership

• Lead technical discussions with stakeholders to translate business requirements into implementable technical solutions
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams during implementation
• Conduct architecture reviews and ensure adherence to design principles and best practices
• Act as the technical liaison between business teams, development teams, and Huawei platform specialists

Integration & Migration

• Define migration strategy from current flat SMS‑based integrations to Talend middleware architecture
• Design coexistence strategies for parallel operation of legacy and new systems during transition
• Specify integration requirements for USSD gateways, mobile applications, SMSC systems, and partner platforms
• Design API contracts and integration specifications for Huawei CPS APIs (csMVLProfile, csMCPVtrans, csARTProvisioning, etc.)

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure architecture meets security, performance, scalability, and regulatory requirements
• Define non‑functional requirements including SLAs, transaction throughput, and system availability targets
• Establish monitoring, logging, and audit trail requirements for transaction traceability
• Review and approve technical implementation approaches to ensure alignment with architectural vision

Required Experience & Expertise

Essential Technical Experience

• 8+ years of experience as a Solution Architect or Technical Lead in complex integration projects
• Deep expertise in Talend ecosystem (Talend ESB, Talend Data Services, Talend Integration) with proven track record of enterprise‑scale implementations
• Solid hands‑on experience with Huawei CPS platform or similar telecom convergent billing/payment systems
• Strong understanding of API design patterns, RESTful services, SOAP web services, and integration patterns
• Experience with real‑time transaction processing, message queuing, and event‑driven architectures

Industry Domain Expertise

• Proven experience in FinTech domain with deep understanding of mobile money operations, payment processing, and financial transactions
• Strong background in Telecommunications including USSD protocols, SMSC integration, VAS platforms, and mobile network architecture
• Understanding of mobile money ecosystem including agent networks, merchant payments, cash‑in/cash‑out flows, and regulatory compliance
• Knowledge of multi‑channel integration (USSD, mobile apps, SMS, third‑party APIs) in telecom environments

Technical Competencies

• Proficiency in integration technologies: ESB, API Gateway, message brokers (JMS, Kafka, RabbitMQ)
• Database design and optimization (Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL) for high‑transaction environments
• Understanding of security protocols, encryption, authentication mechanisms (OAuth, JWT, SSL/TLS)
• Experience with cloud platforms and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines

Soft Skills & Attributes

• Excellent communication skills with ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities
• Proven ability to work in multicultural, distributed teams
• Experience in AMOA (project ownership assistance) or consulting roles is highly desirable
• Fluency in French is required; English proficiency is a strong plus

Technical Scope of Work

The architect will be responsible for designing solutions across the following functional areas:

Customer Domain (25+ Use Cases)

• Authentication & onboarding (login, signup, registration, KYC workflows)
• P2P money transfers and international remittances
• Merchant payments (buy goods, bill payments, QR codes, Till IDs)
• Cash‑in/cash‑out operations via agents and OTC channels
• Airtime & bundle purchases (self and third‑party)
• Wallet‑to‑bank and bank‑to‑wallet transfers
• PIN management, account security, and profile management

Agent Domain

• Agent onboarding and account provisioning workflows
• Float distribution and management
• Commission calculations and cash‑out processing

Merchant Domain

• Merchant onboarding and account management
• Payment acceptance via multiple channels (App, USSD, QR, Till ID)
• Settlement and reconciliation workflows

Partner Integrations

• Bank partnerships for wallet funding and withdrawals
• International remittance corridors (Western Union, MoneyGram, regional partners)
• Third‑party service providers (Canal+, utility billers)
• API specifications for partner connectivity

Technical Environment

Core Technologies

• Integration Platform: Talend (ESB, Data Services, Integration)
• Core Payment System: Huawei CPS (Convergent Payment System)
• Channels: USSD (OCS gateway, SICAP), Mobile App, SMS (SMSC 304/147)
• Legacy Systems: Flat SMS integrations (CUBUY, CUBUYO, CUP2P), direct CPS connections

Key Huawei CPS APIs

The architect must have working knowledge of the following CPS API categories:

• Account management: csARTProvisioning, csMVLProfile, QueryCustomerInfo
• Transaction processing: csMVLVtrans, csMCPVtrans, csAOSVTrans
• Transaction finalization: csMVLSetTransaction, csMCPSetTransaction, csAOSSetTransaction
• Partner operations: csEXMVerify, csMAFVTrans, csMAFVerifyAccount
• Security: csCPSPINManagement
• Specialized services: csFetchCanalAccountList, csAOSVBundle, csMFSInbound

Key Deliverables

• Comprehensive High‑Level Design (HLD) document with architecture diagrams, data flows, and integration patterns
• Detailed Low‑Level Design (LLD) specifications for each integration use case
• API specifications and interface control documents (ICDs)
• Migration roadmap and transition plan from legacy to Talend‑based architecture
• Non‑functional requirements document (performance, security, scalability)
• Technical risk assessment and mitigation strategies
• Knowledge transfer sessions and architecture walkthrough presentations

Project Context & Strategic Importance

This Talend migration project is a foundational element for the broader Huawei platform modernization initiative in Comoros. The architecture being designed will need to:

• Support the current operational scale while accommodating significant growth in transaction volumes
• Enable rapid deployment of new financial services and products
• Facilitate seamless integration with future partners and third‑party service providers
• Provide a stable, maintainable foundation for the next 5–7 years of platform evolution
• Meet regulatory compliance requirements for financial services in the Comoros market

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring this strategic transformation is executed with excellence, and will have the opportunity to establish a long‑term partnership as the platform continues to evolve.