Senior Manager – Infrastructure Services Solution Architect

Accenture; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 149,000 - 263,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking a seasoned Solution Architect for a groundbreaking project aimed at building a sustainable, hyper-connected city in Saudi Arabia. The role involves translating client requirements into innovative infrastructure solutions, collaborating with teams, and mentoring junior architects. Ideal candidates will have deep expertise in infrastructure services and a strong track record in solution architecture.

Benefits

Career progression

Flexible work arrangements

State-of-the-art technology

Qualifications

• At least 15 years of experience in IT infrastructure and solution architecture roles.
• Proven experience as a lead or senior solution architect in client-facing roles.
• Deep understanding of Application Rationalization and IT transformation.

Responsibilities

• Translate client requirements into scalable infrastructure solutions.
• Collaborate with teams to craft winning solutions.
• Design solutions spanning multiple infrastructure domains.

Skills

Infrastructure Services (Cloud, On-Premise, Hybrid)

Solution Architecture & Design

Requirements Analysis

Costing & Pricing Models

Enterprise IT strategy

Education

Master's degree in relevant field

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Accenture Technology: Through unmatched industry experience, leading technologies from our ecosystem partners and startups, and the largest delivery network in the world, we provide a powerful range of capabilities that can be tailored to our client’s most complex business needs. With over 100 innovation hubs deployed around the world, we help clients continuously innovate at speed and at scale so they can outpace their peers.

About the Project: We are seeking a seasoned Solution Architect to join our Solution Architecture & Planning team for a high-impact engagement — a groundbreaking initiative to build a sustainable, hyper-connected, and technologically advanced city in Saudi Arabia.

In this role, you will contribute to a strategic Application Rationalization Assessment, helping to shape the future digital backbone. You will work closely with client stakeholders, delivery teams, and sales teams to architect end-to-end infrastructure solutions that align with innovation goals and sustainability vision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Translate client requirements into innovative, scalable, and deliverable infrastructure solutions using your deep technical expertise.
• Collaborate with sales pursuit and delivery teams to craft a winning solution that supports the client’s value proposition and business case.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Infrastructure Services with strong advisory, influence, and leadership capabilities.
• Lead and guide cross-functional teams, making architectural decisions that align with project and organizational goals.
• Design solutions that span multiple infrastructure domains, such as:
  • Cloud (IaaS/PaaS)
  • Data Center Modernization
  • Network & Connectivity
  • Application Hosting
  • IT Operations & Service Management
• Facilitate workshops to gather, validate, and align on requirements with business and technical stakeholders.
• Create detailed architectural documentation, including solution designs, roadmaps, implementation plans, and cost models.
• Develop and refine solution planning, costing, and pricing strategies to ensure competitiveness and deliverability.
• Mentor junior architects and technical leads, promoting architectural best practices and continuous learning.
• Continuously evaluate emerging technologies, methods, and trends to improve client outcomes and service offerings.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least 15 years of experience in IT infrastructure and solution architecture roles, with a proven record of delivering large-scale, complex infrastructure solutions.
• Proven experience working as a lead or senior solution architect in client-facing roles, ideally in consulting or enterprise IT.
• Deep understanding of Application Rationalization and IT transformation initiatives.
• Strong expertise in:
  • Infrastructure Services (Cloud, On-Premise, Hybrid)
  • Solution Architecture & Design
  • Requirements Analysis
  • Costing & Pricing Models
  • Enterprise IT strategy
• Experience with one or more major cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and hybrid environments.
• Familiarity with smart city infrastructure, large-scale government or urban digital projects is a strong plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master proficiency in:
  • Solution Architecture
  • Solution Planning, Costing & Pricing
  • Requirements Analysis
• Professional certifications in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience in presenting to C-level executives.
• Experience working in or with teams in the Middle East / GCC region is a plus.

Why join us?

• We offer a transparent, fast-paced approach to career progression, with a focus on your strengths and continuous coaching from senior colleagues.
• You will benefit from working alongside Accenture experts who are solving some of the biggest industry challenges with innovative thinking and pioneering tools.
• Flexible work arrangements and a range of benefits, including competitive rewards.
• You will have access to state-of-the-art technology that will give you the opportunity to deepen your existing skills even as you help create the latest business trends.
• You will also have opportunities to make a difference to the communities in which we work and live.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, military veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other basis as protected by applicable law.