Sr Solution Architect - MFS

Ericsson; Islamabad; On-site; PKR 400,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Ericsson is seeking a seasoned Solution Architect to lead end-to-end design and deployment of the Ericsson Wallet Platform within our Fintech unit in Pakistan. You will translate business needs into robust technical solutions, guide multi‑vendor integrations, and ensure high‑volume transaction performance.

You will engage with C‑level stakeholders, mentor teams, and shape technology strategy while delivering secure, scalable wallet and payment solutions across ecosystems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent; Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own the architecture, high-level design (HLD) and low-level design (LLD) for mobile wallet deployments and integrations.
• Ensure successful implementation and delivery of the Ericsson Wallet Platform and associated nodes.
• Engage daily with customers to capture evolving requirements and translate them into solution designs.
• Integrate the Ericsson Wallet Platform with multiple third-party systems (USSD, SMSC, Service Delivery Platform, Banks, etc.).
• Design and document solutions in complex, multi-vendor landscapes.
• Provide architectural leadership in technology strategy discussions with clients.
• Mentor teams and contribute to business case modeling and proposal preparation.

Skills

HLD/LLD design

Solution architecture

Public cloud deployments

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Engineering

Master’s or equivalent experience preferred

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

UNIX/Linux

Oracle

MySQL

XML APIs

IP networking

Job description

About this opportunity:

Join our Mobile Financial Services (MFS) team within Ericsson’s Fintech unit and be at the forefront of transforming how people transact globally. We deliver innovation through platforms like the Ericsson Wallet Platform (EWP), empowering financial inclusion and digital transformation. In this role, you will be part of a high-energy, diverse, and forward-thinking team that is shaping the future of mobile payments.As a Solution Architect, you will lead the end-to-end design and deployment of the Ericsson Wallet Platform and related integrations. You will translate business requirements into robust technical solutions, ensuring seamless multi-vendor integration and exceptional performance in high-volume transaction environments. This role demands deep technical expertise, a strong grasp of fintech ecosystems, and outstanding customer engagement skills.

What You Will Do

• Own the architecture, high-level design (HLD), and low-level design (LLD) for mobile wallet deployments and integrations.
• Ensure successful implementation and delivery of EWP and associated nodes, as per agreed scope.
• Engage daily with customers to capture evolving requirements and translate them into solution designs.
• Integrate the EWP with multiple third-party systems (USSD, SMSC, Service Delivery Platform, Banks, etc.).
• Design and document solutions in complex, multi-vendor system landscapes.
• Write and execute acceptance tests, securing customer sign-off.
• Provide architectural leadership in technology strategy discussions with clients.
• Contribute to business case modeling and proposal preparation.
• Mentor teams and cultivate expertise in new technology areas.
• Propose innovative enhancements to expand Ericsson's MFS services and market reach.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s in Engineering (Master’s or equivalent experience preferred).
• 10-15 years’ experience in fintech solution architecture, with proven delivery of complex deployments.
• Hands‑on expertise in HLD, LLD, and design documentation.
• Proven experience deploying solutions in public cloud environments.
• Strong skills in Kubernetes, Docker, UNIX/Linux, clustering, Oracle, MySQL, XML APIs, IP networking, and client-server architectures.
• Mobile Financial Services (MFS) and digital wallet architecture
• Mobile money ecosystems
• Payment transaction flows (P2P, merchant payments, airtime top-ups, cash-in/cash-out, bill payments)
• Experience with Ericsson monetization solutions (charging, billing) is a plus.
• Knowledge of CRM, digital front-end, omni-channel platforms, and enterprise architecture.
• Ability to engage with C-level stakeholders and influence technology decisions.
• Awareness of fintech trends and ability to translate them into new business opportunities.
• Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
• High accountability, autonomy, and ability to lead in fast‑paced, matrixed environments.
• Understanding of commercial models, contract management, and sales processes.