AI Solution Architect at CodeNinja

CodeNinja; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

CodeNinja in Riyadh is seeking an AI Solution Architect to translate complex banking business needs into scalable, secure enterprise AI system blueprints. This role owns end-to-end technical delivery—from blueprint to production—while ensuring compliance in a highly regulated financial IT landscape.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in enterprise IT with banking AI experience, deep knowledge of data platforms, and a track record in secure, scalable architectures.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in enterprise IT, including 3+ years architecting AI solutions specifically within banking/financial services
• Hands-on experience with AI & data platforms: DataRobot, SAS Enterprise Guide, and open-source LLM frameworks
• Strong grounding in architecture patterns: microservices, API gateways, event-driven architecture, secure banking cloud landing zones
• CI/CD & MLOps proficiency: GitLab CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, MLflow, automated model testing frameworks
• Advanced Python skills — Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib, Seaborn, LangChain, LlamaIndex
• Strong communication skills to translate technical architecture into business-relevant terms for stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Design high-level and low-level architectures for banking AI applications
• Securely integrate modern AI applications with core banking systems and databases
• Evaluate and select optimal LLMs, vector stores, and machine learning platforms
• Ensure enterprise-grade high availability, low latency, and system scalability
• Embed financial regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and data privacy into every design decision
• Partner with engineering, security, and platform teams through the full delivery lifecycle

Skills

Enterprise IT architecture

Banking AI experience

Stakeholder communication

Python data stack

Tools

DataRobot

SAS Enterprise Guide

Open-source LLMs

GitLab CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

MLflow

LangChain

LlamaIndex

Job description

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

in الرياض, S01, SA.

About the Company

Aligned with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, we harness the Kingdom's rapidly developing talent and technological advancements to support economic diversification and drive industry transformation through cutting-edge AI, computer vision, and automation. Our solutions are strategically designed to empower startups and enterprises with a competitive edge by leveraging local talent and infrastructure, advancing the region's human capital development. Through ethical innovation and transparency-focused partnerships, we actively contribute to the Kingdom's ambitious objectives, championing a high-tech, sustainable future.

About the Role

We are seeking an AI Solution Architect to translate complex banking business needs into scalable, secure enterprise AI system blueprints. This role owns end-to-end technical delivery — from high-level design through production deployment — while ensuring every solution aligns with the demands of a highly regulated financial IT landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Design high-level and low-level architectures for banking AI applications
• Securely integrate modern AI applications with core banking systems and databases
• Evaluate and select optimal LLMs, vector stores, and machine learning platforms
• Ensure enterprise-grade high availability, low latency, and system scalability
• Embed financial regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and data privacy into every design decision
• Partner with engineering, security, and platform teams through the full delivery lifecycle

Requirements

• 8+ years in enterprise IT, including 3+ years architecting AI solutions specifically within banking/financial services
• Hands-on experience with AI & data platforms: DataRobot, SAS Enterprise Guide, and open-source LLM frameworks
• Strong grounding in architecture patterns: microservices, API gateways, event-driven architecture, secure banking cloud landing zones
• CI/CD & MLOps proficiency: GitLab CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, MLflow, automated model testing frameworks
• Advanced Python skills — Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib, Seaborn, LangChain, LlamaIndex
• Strong communication skills to translate technical architecture into business-relevant terms for stakeholders

Why Join Us

Architect enterprise-scale AI solutions inside a live banking transformation program Own technical decisions from blueprint to production — real build authority, not just advisory Work at the intersection of cutting-edge AI and strict financial-sector compliance Be part of a forward-looking organization driving AI-led transformation in the region.

Disclaimer

CodeNinja is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, and performance. Female and minorities are strongly encouraged and preferred to apply for the role.

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