Role: Senior Solution Architect \xe2\x80\x93 ATM/CDM
Location: Dubai, UAE
Job Type: 12 months\xe2\x80\x99 extendableResponsibilities:

• Develop and implement high-level and detailed system and software architectures that meet

business needs.

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams throughout the project lifecycle.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand and define project requirements, translating them into

technical specifications (Developing High Level Design).

• Assess and recommend appropriate technologies, tools, and frameworks for projects.

• Ensure the seamless integration of various software and hardware components within the

architecture.

• Identify and mitigate technical risks that could impact project success.

• Create and maintain architectural documentation, diagrams, and design patterns.

• ATM Application & Technology Architecture including ATM software deployment models

• ATM Vendor Architecture experience (or past work exp) \xe2\x80\x93 ie. NCR/ Wincor etc

• Card switches, ISO8583 messages

• Integrations & linked architectures (APIs, Microservices)

• Core Banking & Payment systems architecture understanding

• ATM Networking Architecture

• ATM Physical & Logical Security measures

Qualifications:

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s or master\xe2\x80\x99s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Extensive experience in software and system architecture, with a proven track record of successful

projects. 5+ years of experience in solution architecture

• Strong technical skills and proficiency in various programming languages, databases, and

development tools.

• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.

• Effective communication skills for conveying complex technical concepts to non-technical

stakeholders.

• Leadership and team management experience, including mentoring and coaching team members.

• Knowledge of industry-specific standards, best practices, and emerging technologies.

• Project management and organizational skills to oversee multiple projects simultaneously.

• Strong understanding of security, data privacy, and compliance considerations in architecture.

• Certification in relevant technologies (e.g., TOGAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect) is often a plus.

Marc Ellis