Solution Architect

Celfocus; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Riyadh is seeking a Solution Architect to design system architectures for digital channels. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience, strong knowledge in the Telco domain, and expertise in API design and application security. This role requires excellent communication skills and offers opportunities for international projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years as a Solution Architect or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of the Telco Domain preferred.
• Proficient in API design and application security concepts.
• Good understanding of integration solutions in enterprise architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design system architectures to meet business needs.
• Define architecture roadmaps and migration strategies.
• Own production of architecture artefacts.
• Provide guidance to technical leads and teams.

Skills

Solution Architecture

Web Front-End Architecture

API Design

Application Security Concepts

Docker

Kubernetes

Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Dev(Sec)Ops

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology or computer science

Tools

C4 notation

BPMN

UML

Job description

Make an impact

By working for sectors where technology is the enabler, everything is ground-breaking and there’s a constant need to be innovative.

Create and enhance projects

In Java, Python, Angular, PHP, .NET and so much more while diving into the world of Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Security and Internet of Things.

Be part of the team

That combines business knowledge, technological edge and design experience. Our different backgrounds and know‑how are key in developing solutions and experiences for digital clients.

Face challenges

And learn other ways of thinking and seeing the world – there’s always room for your energy and creativity.

About the role

We are looking for a Solution Architect to join our team and actively contribute to building solutions for digital channels (including front ends and back ends), owning and being accountable for the architecture definition. Additionally, they will actively provide support throughout project execution to the analysis and development teams to ensure the soundness, quality, and fit‑for‑purpose of the delivered solution, ensuring it is addressing the necessary functional and non‑functional requirements and the alignment with the solution design.

As a part of your job, you will:

• Design system architectures that will meet business needs and requirements (functional and non‑functional), by acting as a bridge between business/functional and technical teams.
• Ensure the correct behaviour of designed solutions and how they will fit the existing enterprise landscape.
• Define architecture roadmaps (including transition architectures) to meet client’s requirements.
• Define migration strategies from existing to new solutions.
• Own the production of architecture artefacts (blueprints, solution architecture documents, architecture decision records).
• Justify architecture choices through trade‑off analysis.
• Provide guidance to technical leads and development teams.
• Describe the structure, characteristics, behaviour, and other aspects of the architecture to various stakeholders.
• Guarantee the adoption of architecture standards and guidelines.

What are we looking for?

• Proven work experience as a Solution Architect or similar role (minimum 5 years).
• Strong knowledge of the Telco Domain is preferable.
• Knowledge in web and mobile front‑end architectures.
• Experience designing solutions applying software architecture concepts:
  • Architecture styles (e.g., monolithic: n‑tiered, distributed: microservices, SOA)
  • Patterns (e.g., SSR/CSR, CQRS, BFFs) and design principles (e.g., SOLID, DRY)
  • Quality attributes (e.g., modularity, multi tenancy, scalability, reliability)
• Strong ability to identify trade‑offs and consider architecture decisions’ impact on technical, functional and business contexts.
• Knowledge of application security concepts such as TLS, OAuth, OIDC.
• Strong knowledge of API design.
• Good understanding of integration solutions, and their role and responsibility in a typical enterprise architecture.
• Knowledge of Dev(Sec)Ops practices and tools.
• Knowledge of containerisation concepts and technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of Cloud Platforms like AWS, Azure & GCP is preferred.
• Strong ability to produce documentation using adequate tools and standards (e.g., C4 notation, BPMN, UML, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science or similar.

Personal traits

• Ability to adapt to different contexts, teams, and clients.
• Team‑work skills but also a sense of autonomy, even in remote contexts.
• Motivation for international projects and availability to travel.
• Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making and troubleshooting skills.
• Efficient communication and presentation skills.
• Strong ability to influence people and generate consensus.
• Ability to explain complex architectural concepts to different stakeholders.

At Celfocus, we are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we welcome applicants of all backgrounds, gender identities, and abilities. We are dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with specific needs. If you require any adjustments during the selection process, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team.

Come join the Team!