Lead Solutions Architect & Head of Engineering

About The Role We are looking for a senior technical leader to take ownership of the design, architecture and delivery of multiple SaaS and fintech-related platforms. The role is suited to someone who is still hands-on technically, but also capable of leading developers, setting architecture standards, reviewing code, managing delivery and translating business ideas into well-structured software products. We need a practical builder who can think strategically, design properly, manage a team and get products delivered. Our current product pipeline includes an accounting SaaS platform, a crowdfunding and investment platform, payment-related systems, AI-enabled workflows, CRM-connected systems and other technology products across related business areas. Key Responsibilities • Own the technical architecture across multiple SaaS platforms. • Translate business ideas into technical specifications, workflows, APIs and development tasks. • Lead and manage internal and external developers. • Review code and enforce development standards. • Design scalable, secure and maintainable systems. • Oversee frontend, backend, database, cloud infrastructure and deployment. • Help build and manage an offshore development capability. • Work closely with business leadership to deliver new products. • Establish best practices for testing, DevOps, release management and security. • Ensure systems include appropriate audit trails, permissions and financial controls. Required Experience • SaaS platform architecture • Accounting, ERP or financial management systems • Fintech platforms • Payment systems • Crowdfunding, investment, lending or marketplace platforms • Multi-tenant application design • API design and integrations • Cloud infrastructure • Leading software development teams Preferred Technologies • TypeScript • React / Next.js • Node.js / NestJS • PostgreSQL • AWS • REST APIs • CI/CD • Role-based security Leadership Requirements • Lead developers effectively. • Break down business ideas into structured delivery plans. • Communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Recruit and mentor developers. • Maintain high engineering standards while delivering quickly. Location The company is based in Dubai, UAE. We welcome applications from experienced candidates in other countries who are interested in joining a Dubai-based business. How To Apply Please apply through our recruitment portal. • CV / Resume • LinkedIn profile • Examples of relevant SaaS, fintech or accounting platforms • Summary of technical leadership experience • Current location • Salary expectation • Availability / Notice period Show more Show less

Required Experience: SaaS platform architecture; Accounting, ERP or financial management systems; Fintech platforms; Payment systems; Crowdfunding, investment, lending or marketplace platforms; Multi-tenant application design; API design and integrations; Cloud infrastructure; Leading software development teams.

Own the technical architecture across multiple SaaS platforms. Translate business ideas into technical specifications, workflows, APIs and development tasks. Lead and manage internal and external developers. Review code and enforce development standards. Design scalable, secure and maintainable systems. Oversee frontend, backend, database, cloud infrastructure and deployment. Help build and manage an offshore development capability. Work closely with business leadership to deliver new products. Establish best practices for testing, DevOps, release management and security. Ensure systems include appropriate audit trails, permissions and financial controls.