Head of Enterprise Architecture-KSA

leading-edge; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

leading-edge is seeking a Head of Enterprise Architecture in Saudi Arabia to blueprint a secure, high-availability remittance ecosystem. You will define the technology vision, ensure regulatory compliance, and build scalable architecture that supports rapid growth and secure financial transactions.

In this role you will oversee cloud-native, microservices and API integrations with banking partners. You will collaborate with Product, Development and Operations to embed scalable, secure design

Qualifications

• Proven experience in enterprise architecture within fintech, remittance, or regulated digital banking.
• Expert in cloud-native architecture, microservices patterns, and secure financial protocols.
• Strong knowledge of API integrations with banks and third-party partners.
• Hands-on understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements in the financial sector.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and strategic decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Define technology stack and architectural standards across the organisation.
• Oversee API integrations with banking partners to ensure seamless, secure transaction flows.
• Ensure architecture aligns with SAMA regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with Product, Development and Operations teams to embed scalable, secure design principles.
• Guide engineering teams on cloud-native, microservices, and high-availability best practices.
• Establish governance frameworks to ensure long-term platform resilience.

Skills

Enterprise Architecture

Cloud

API Integrations

Job description

Urgent: Head of Enterprise Architecture

Saudi Arabia (On-site)

6-Month Extendable Period | Potential Permanent Conversion

Industry Experience: Fintech, Remittance, or Digital Banking

Skills: Enterprise Architecture, Cloud, API Integrations

Immediate candidates must reside in KSA; GCC nationals preferred or Expat with transferable Iqama

Overview

Our client in KSA is seeking a Head of Enterprise Architecture to blueprint a secure, high-availability remittance ecosystem. The role will define the technology vision, ensure regulatory compliance, and build scalable architecture that supports rapid growth and secure financial transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive the technology stack and architectural standards across the organisation
• Oversee API integrations with banking partners to ensure seamless, secure transaction flows
• Ensure architecture aligns with SAMA (Central Bank of Saudi Arabia) technical compliance and regulatory standards
• Collaborate with Product, Development, and Operations teams to embed scalable, secure design principles
• Guide engineering teams on cloud-native, microservices, and high-availability best practices
• Establish governance frameworks to ensure long-term platform sustainability and resilience

Requirements

• Proven experience in Enterprise Architecture within fintech, remittance, or regulated digital banking environments
• Expert in cloud-native architecture, microservices patterns, and secure financial protocols
• Strong knowledge of API integrations with banks and third-party partners
• Hands-on understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements in the financial sector
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and strategic decision-making skills

Eligibility Criteria:

• Currently based in Saudi Arabia and available for on-site engagement
• Saudi or GCC National (Bahrain, Oman, UAE, Kuwait, Qatar), or Expat with transferable Iqama
• Business Visit and Family Visit visas are not eligible