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

Application Process

Senior technology leaders ready to shape strategic outcomes are invited to apply via email at talent@leadingedge.plus CC: aniqa@leadingedge.plus, quoting the job title in the subject line.