# Enterprise Architecture Lead — Confidential

Canonical: https://jobxdubai.com/jobs/li-4469733246-enterprise-architecture-lead
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Type: full_time · Level: senior
Monthly salary: AED 49,000 to 73,500 per month (estimated, not employer-stated) (UAE salaries are tax-free)
Posted: 2026-09-24
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## Description

We are hiring an Enterprise Architecture Lead on behalf of a leading organization in the banking sector in Riyadh. You will shape and lead the architecture strategy for large banking transformation programs.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the target enterprise architecture (business, application, data, and technology) for banking environments

• Build architecture roadmaps that support digital transformation, core banking modernization, and integration initiatives

• Set architecture standards, principles, and governance, and lead Architecture Review Boards

• Assess solutions and vendors, and make sure designs are secure, scalable, and compliant with SAMA regulations

• Work with business, IT, and delivery teams to turn strategy into workable solution designs

• Lead and mentor solution and technical architects

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in enterprise or solution architecture, with proven banking sector experience

• Strong knowledge of core banking systems, payments, digital channels, and integration (APIs, ESB, microservices)

• Hands-on experience with architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, and modeling tools such as ArchiMate or Sparx EA

• Good understanding of cloud, security, and SAMA regulatory requirements

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• TOGAF certification is a plus

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide: current salary, expected salary, total years of experience, notice period, marital status and number of children, and earliest available joining date.

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## Requirements

6+ years of experience in enterprise or solution architecture, with proven banking sector experience. Strong knowledge of core banking systems, payments, digital channels, and integration (APIs, ESB, microservices). Hands-on experience with architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, and modeling tools such as ArchiMate or Sparx EA. Good understanding of cloud, security, and SAMA regulatory requirements. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. TOGAF certification is a plus.

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