Head of Enterprise Architecture-KSA

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

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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