Solution Architect - Enterprise Transformation

Michael Page International (Hong Kong) Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page International (Hong Kong) Limited is seeking a Senior Architect to own enterprise-wide architecture for a major financial services platform in Hong Kong. You will design and govern end-to-end solutions across applications, data, integration, infrastructure, and security, translating business strategy into scalable technology designs.

You will lead modernization efforts using microservices, API-first, event-driven design, and cloud technologies, establishing standards, and guiding

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Solid experience in Solution Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, or similar leadership roles.
• Proven experience designing and delivering large-scale enterprise systems with high transaction volumes and complex integrations.
• TOGAF, SAFe, or equivalent certifications will be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Design and govern end-to-end solution architectures across applications, data, integration, infrastructure, and security domains.
• Partner with business and technology stakeholders to translate strategic objectives into scalable technology solutions.
• Establish architecture standards, frameworks, and best practices across enterprise platforms.
• Lead architecture reviews and provide guidance on solution design, technology selection, and implementation approaches.
• Drive modernization initiatives leveraging microservices, API-first architecture, event-driven design, and cloud technologies.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovative solutions to improve scalability, resilience, and operational efficiency.
• Work closely with delivery teams throughout the project lifecycle to ensure architectural alignment and successful execution.
• Address technical challenges, architectural risks, and legacy system complexities.
• Ensure compliance with security, governance, and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor development teams and promote architecture excellence across the organization.

Skills

Leadership

Enterprise Architecture

Solution Architecture

Cloud & Microservices

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Computer Science/IT/Engineering

Job description

• Enterprise-wide architecture ownership
• High-profile transformation programme with significant business visibility

Our client is a well-established organization within Hong Kong's financial services sector, operating large-scale digital platforms that support critical business operations and a substantial customer base. As part of its ongoing technology transformation journey, the organization is investing heavily in modern architecture, cloud-native technologies, and enterprise-wide digital initiatives to enhance scalability, resilience, and customer experience.

Job Description

• Design and govern end-to-end solution architectures across applications, data, integration, infrastructure, and security domains.


• Partner with business and technology stakeholders to translate strategic objectives into scalable technology solutions.


• Establish architecture standards, frameworks, and best practices across enterprise platforms.


• Lead architecture reviews and provide guidance on solution design, technology selection, and implementation approaches.


• Drive modernization initiatives leveraging microservices, API-first architecture, event-driven design, and cloud technologies.


• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovative solutions to improve scalability, resilience, and operational efficiency.


• Work closely with delivery teams throughout the project lifecycle to ensure architectural alignment and successful execution.


• Address technical challenges, architectural risks, and legacy system complexities.


• Ensure compliance with security, governance, and regulatory requirements.


• Mentor development teams and promote architecture excellence across the organization.

The Successful Applicant

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related discipline.


• Solid experience in Solution Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, or similar leadership roles.


• Proven experience designing and delivering large-scale enterprise systems with high transaction volumes and complex integrations.


• Strong understanding of modern architecture principles including:




• Microservices


• Event-driven architecture


• API management


• Domain-driven design


• Cloud and hybrid-cloud environments




• Experience working in regulated environments such as financial services, insurance, telecommunications, aviation, gaming, or other large-scale enterprise sectors.


• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.


• Ability to engage senior leadership and influence technology direction.


• TOGAF, SAFe, or equivalent certifications will be an advantage.

What's on Offer

• Play a key role in shaping the future architecture of a business-critical platform serving a large user population across Hong Kong.


• Drive cloud, integration, API, and event-driven transformation initiatives at enterprise scale.


• Influence technology strategy and architecture decisions with senior business and IT stakeholders.


• Work on complex systems with high availability, security, and regulatory requirements.


• Join a stable organization committed to long-term technology investment and modernization.


• Opportunity to mentor teams and establish architecture best practices across multiple programmes.