SENIOR SOLUTION ARCHITECT (WHOLESALE BANKING) @ MARC ELLIS
Marc Ellis is seeking a Senior Solution Architect with extensive experience in Wholesale Banking platforms to lead end-to-end solution design and delivery across complex, transaction-heavy environments. This role is ideal for a professional who combines deep banking domain knowledge with modern architecture expertise, driving solutions from initial concept to final go-live. The successful candidate will define and own the architecture across application, integration, data, and non-functional layers, ensuring that all business requirements are translated into scalable, secure, and resilient technical solutions.
The role involves significant collaboration with business, product, and engineering teams throughout the delivery lifecycle. Responsibilities include designing architecture for payments, cash management, lending, and liquidity services, as well as supporting real-time and cross-border payment systems. You will build API-led, event-driven, and microservices-based architectures while ensuring strict alignment with UAE banking standards and regulatory compliance. The position is based in Sharjah, UAE, and offers an opportunity to be part of high-impact digital transformation and core banking modernization programs.
The role involves significant collaboration with business, product, and engineering teams throughout the delivery lifecycle. Responsibilities include designing architecture for payments, cash management, lending, and liquidity services, as well as supporting real-time and cross-border payment systems. You will build API-led, event-driven, and microservices-based architectures while ensuring strict alignment with UAE banking standards and regulatory compliance. The position is based in Sharjah, UAE, and offers an opportunity to be part of high-impact digital transformation and core banking modernization programs.
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
A minimum of 5–8 years of professional experience, including 3+ years in Solution Architecture.
Proven expertise in Wholesale Banking or Transaction Banking systems and platforms.
Deep experience with Temenos or similar core banking software solutions.
Strong knowledge of payment protocols and systems including SWIFT, local UAE payments, and Aani.
Hands-on experience developing Microservices and Event-driven architectures.
Proficiency in API management including REST, SOAP, and ESB integrations.
Technical experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Microsoft Azure.
Solid understanding of cybersecurity, IAM, encryption, and data protection frameworks.
Ability to align complex technology solutions with strategic business goals.
Exceptional communication skills for managing high-level stakeholders.
Familiarity with UAE banking regulatory standards and compliance requirements.