149 Technical Architecture jobs in Saudi Arabia

As an Enterprise Architect (EA) at Master Works, you will be responsible for aligning technology strategies with our overarching business goals. Your role will be central in defining our architectural vision, guiding enterprise-level strategies, and ensuring technology initiatives deliver maximum business value. You will lead cross-functional collaborations, assess current systems, and recommend transformative improvements that foster innovation and operational excellence.

• Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture framework aligned with the company’s strategic objectives.
• Apply hands-on experience with the NORA framework , Qiyas projects , and Building EAO projects .
• Collaborate with senior business leaders to understand goals and translate them into robust technology solutions.
• Evaluate existing systems and processes to identify gaps and drive enhancements.
• Design and oversee implementation of complex, scalable, and secure IT systems and infrastructure.
• Establish architecture standards, best practices, and governance models.
• Create and manage a technology roadmap to guide future IT investments and innovations.
• Recommend technology strategies that support long-term business growth.
• Conduct regular compliance audits aligned with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Act as a bridge between IT and business units to ensure project alignment with architectural plans.
• Present complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.

• Education:
  Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience:
  Minimum 5 years.
• Certifications:
  TOGAF, Zachman, or other relevant enterprise architecture certifications.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proven experience with NORA and Qiyas frameworks.
  • Familiarity with Building EAO projects.
  • Strong understanding of microservices architecture and containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Knowledge of IT governance, risk management, and security architecture.

Requirements:

• At least 5 years of experience in data analysis .
• Minimum 1 year of experience working in an Enterprise Architecture Office.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• (Add any tools, frameworks, or certifications preferred, e.g., TOGAF, ArchiMate).

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain enterprise architecture frameworks and roadmaps.
• Conduct data analysis to support architecture decisions.
• Collaborate with business and IT teams to align solutions with strategic goals.
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards and governance.

Archisurance is expanding its Architecture & AI practice and is looking for a seasoned Enterprise Architect to guide our clients through large-scale digital and AI-driven transformation. If you enjoy turning complex estates into strategic assets and want to work with high-impact organisations across the Middle East, Africa and beyond, we’d love to hear from you.

Project Location(s): Riyadh

Education: BS / BSc / MSc / MBA

• Own the end-to-end enterprise-architecture engagement: discovery, capability mapping, target-state definition and roadmap.
• Produce high-quality artefacts—business, application, data, technology and security views—using ArchiMate or Sparx EA.
• Establish or refine architecture-governance forums, principles and decision-making processes.
• Embed AI-readiness: data-fabric patterns, MLOps guard-rails and responsible-AI controls.
• Lead cloud-migration assessments (AWS / Azure) and define interim architectures for phased modernisation.
• Facilitate C-suite and stakeholder workshops to align strategy, investment and risk.
• Mentor solution architects and client teams; contribute to Archisurance knowledge libraries and pre-sales proposals.

• 8+ years in enterprise or solution architecture across multiple domains; TOGAF or equivalent certification preferred.
• Proven track record designing target architectures and operating models for financial-services or other highly-regulated sectors.
• Depth in cloud platforms, API management, micro-services and integration patterns.
• Familiarity with AI / data-platform components (feature stores, vector DBs, model registries) a strong plus.
• Excellent stakeholder-management and presentation skills; able to translate technical vision into board-level outcomes.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to prioritise trade-offs between speed, cost and risk.
• Comfortable leading distributed teams and working across cultures; business-level English (Arabic a plus).
• Positive, “can-do” attitude with personal accountability and a commitment to continuous learning.

Contact us for a complimentary EA & AI maturity heat-map and discover how Archisurance can turn architecture into competitive advantage.

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The Enterprise Architect is responsible for designing and maintaining the organization's overall IT architecture, utilizing their working knowledge in several of the relevant technologies and frameworks to ensure alignment of the overall IT infrastructure with JHAH's business needs and future strategic directions.

Operational Roles & Responsibilities:

Design document and maintain the organizations enterprise architecture framework standards and roadmap to ensure continued alignment with the organizations evolving strategy and goals
Manage organizational adherence to the enterprise architecture framework standards designs and roadmap
Ensure that IT enterprise architecture complies with relevant best practices standards regulatory requirements governance programs and cybersecurity policies
Manage engagements with contracted vendors for enterprise architecture support managed services or professional services to ensure that service delivery meets the targeted scope time cost and quality constraints
Investigate and resolve enterprise architecture related incidents in compliance with the organizations relevant policies and procedures
Fulfill enterprise architecture related service requests in compliance with the organizations relevant policies and procedures
Evaluate and process IT demand requests and support fulfillment of those that are approved in compliance with relevant policies and procedures and by following the organizations IT project management framework
Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and issue resolution across IT systems, networks, and enterprise infrastructure.
Assist in design and development of IT architecture solutions, including documentation and technical models.
Support requirements gathering, analysis, and documentation for IT projects and enterprise architecture initiatives.
Collaborate with senior architects to refine design drafts and ensure alignment with business and technical requirements.
Assist in designing and supporting networking, system management, virtualization, and enterprise infrastructure solutions.
Conduct research on emerging IT trends, technologies, and best practices for infrastructure and architecture.
Evaluate technical requirements, feasibility, and risks for IT projects and enterprise solutions.
Participate in technical reviews, system integration analysis, and architecture improvements.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of IT and architecture projects.
Maintain and develop technical documentation, design guidelines, and infrastructure standards.
Ensure compliance with IT governance, security policies, and industry regulations.

Minimum Education Required:
Bachelor's Degree in the field of Information Technology or in a relevant field.

Professional Certifications Required:

Sample of preferred certifications:.
The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF).
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional.
IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL)
Cisco certified network Associate (CCNA).
Cisco certified network professional (CCNP).

Years of Experience:
Minimum 3 years of experience in relevant field.

Languages:
English:Fully Proficient ; Arabic:Not Required

Functional Competencies:
Due Diligence
Audit Reporting
Data Collection

Core Competencies:
Excellence
Integrity
Accountability
Cybersecurity
Person-Centered Care

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The Enterprise Architect (EA) plays a pivotal role in shaping the technological direction of the organization. You will be responsible for defining the architectural vision and strategy, ensuring that technology solutions align with business goals. This role involves analyzing current technology environments, recommending future strategies, and leading the implementation of enterprise-wide technology initiatives. Strong communication skills, strategic thinking, and an in-depth understanding of various technology domains are essential.

• Develop and Maintain Architecture Strategy : Create and uphold the enterprise's technology architecture strategy to support business goals.
• Analyze and Recommend Enhancements : Assess current technology environments and provide recommendations for future improvements.
• Lead Implementation Initiatives : Oversee the execution of enterprise-wide technology initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders : Work closely with business and IT leaders to ensure technology solutions meet business needs.
• Guide Decision-Making and Governance : Direct technology decision-making processes and establish governance frameworks.

• Extensive Experience : Proven track record as an Enterprise Architect or in a similar strategic technology leadership role.
• Broad Technology Expertise : In-depth knowledge of multiple technology domains, including cloud computing, data management, cybersecurity, and enterprise applications.
• Strategic Vision : Exceptional strategic thinking skills, with the ability to envision and articulate future technology landscapes.
• Analytical Acumen : Strong analytical skills to evaluate complex technology environments and propose actionable enhancements.
• Influential Communication : Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities, with a talent for engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Leadership Skills : Demonstrated leadership capabilities, fostering collaboration and driving teams toward achieving strategic objectives.

Project Duration: 3 years (1,065 working days)
Language: Arabic speaker preferred

Position Title: Enterprise Architect

Location: On-site Saudi Arabia

Project Duration: 3 years (1,065 working days)
Language: Arabic speaker preferred

We are seeking 1 2 experienced Enterprise Architects to support our client's digital transformation journey through comprehensive and structured enterprise architecture services.

The ideal candidates will play a pivotal role in designing, governing, and evolving architecture frameworks in alignment with national and international standards , particularly the Saudi National Enterprise Architecture Framework (NORA) and policies issued by the Digital Government Authority (DGA) .

Develop AS-IS and TO-BE models across business, data, application, and technology domains.

Operate and enhance enterprise architecture tools (e.g., BizzDesign ).

Ensure strategic alignment between enterprise architecture and organizational goals.

Design meta-models , architecture frameworks , and visual dashboards .

Ensure full compliance with national enterprise architecture guidelines (e.g., NORA , DGA policies ).

Lead stakeholder workshops and deliver training sessions as needed.

Qualifications

Proven experience inenterprise architecture methodologies and practices .

Proficiency with enterprise architecture platforms andmodeling tools .

Stronganalytical thinking , documentation, and communication capabilities.

Arabic language proficiency is required .

Demonstrated experience working withKSA standards related toEnterprise Architecture , includingNORA ,BizzDesign ,DGA compliance , andnational digital transformation programs .

Familiarity withinternational frameworks and standards such as:

TOGAF ,ITIL ,COBIT

ISO 9001 ,CMMI

Emerging technologies and domains such asAI andblockchain

Experience in government or public sector digital transformation projects is a plus.

Additional Information

Saudi nationality is not required.

Candidates from Egypt and Lebanon are highly encouraged to apply.

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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Posted on 08/12/2024

As an Enterprise Architect, you will play a critical role in shaping and optimizing our organization's IT infrastructure and business processes. You will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable, secure, and efficient architecture solutions that align with our strategic goals and drive business transformation.

• Architecture Design: Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture framework, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives. Design and oversee the implementation of IT solutions that support the organization's strategic direction.
  
• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with senior leadership to define the IT strategy and roadmap. Identify opportunities for technology innovation and improvement, and recommend solutions that enhance business capabilities.
  
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with business units, IT teams, and other stakeholders to gather requirements, address challenges, and ensure successful delivery of architecture solutions.
  
• Governance and Standards: Establish and enforce architecture standards, guidelines, and best practices. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
  
• Solution Evaluation: Evaluate and recommend technology solutions, tools, and platforms that meet business needs and align with the architectural vision.
  
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with architecture and technology implementation. Ensure that architecture solutions are resilient, secure, and scalable.
  
• Documentation and Communication: Create and maintain comprehensive architecture documentation, including diagrams, models, and specifications. Communicate architectural decisions and strategies effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman) preferred.
  
• Experience: Proven experience as an Enterprise Architect or similar role, with a strong track record of designing and implementing enterprise-scale solutions.
  
• Technical Skills: In-depth knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks, methodologies, and best practices. Proficiency in modern technologies, cloud platforms, data management, and integration solutions.
  
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capability to evaluate complex systems and provide innovative solutions.
  
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to diverse audiences and influence decision-making.
  

Tech for People Unlocks the Future

At Devoteam, we believe that technology, combined with strong human values, can actively drive change for the better. Discover how Tech for People is shaping the future, creating a positive impact on individuals and the world around us.

Company Description

With over 25 years of passion for technology and a presence in 18+ countries across EMEA and beyond, we are committed to leveraging innovation, expertise, and human-centric values to make a difference.

Devoteam Culture & Values:
True innovation is born from a powerful culture, fused with meaningful values.

Culture:

• Fair and courageous: Everyone is treated fairly – this fuels bravery. At Devoteam, we always make fair decisions. We listen and are willing to be challenged, taking courageous decisions as a result.
• Ambition and results: Ambition is nurtured at every step – this drives results. We are ambitious entrepreneurs with a taste for performance, growth and celebrating success.
• Learning and innovating: Curiosity and learning are at our core – this stimulates innovation. At Devoteam, we learn and embrace innovation constantly.
• Caring and sharing: A caring attitude is infused into our culture – this encourages sharing. We believe in the power of teams and promote support and collaboration.

Values:

1. Respect
2. Frankness
3. Passion

Knowing that success is the result of collaboration. Alone, we go faster, but together, we go further.

Job Description

Summary Introduction: The Enterprise Architect will play a key role in shaping and driving the organization’s enterprise architecture, aligning it with the overall business strategy and digital transformation initiatives. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and program management skills to lead teams and drive successful architecture initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Enterprise Architecture Design & Strategy: Lead the development, implementation, and refinement of the enterprise architecture strategy.
• NORA Implementation: Utilize your expertise in NORA to implement national-level reference architectures.
• Visualization of Growth & Future Architecture Models: Visualize and model the future state of enterprise architecture.
• Digital Transformation Alignment: Leverage your knowledge of Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation frameworks.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Leadership: Foster strong relationships with business and IT leaders.
• Actionable Recommendations: Translate complex, technical architecture concepts into clear recommendations.
• Program/Project Management: Lead the management and execution of enterprise architecture initiatives.
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation: Monitor and refine the enterprise architecture over time.
• Governance & Compliance: Establish and enforce architecture governance standards.
• Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing: Provide mentorship to other architects and technical teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or any related discipline.
• More than 5 years of experience in enterprise architecture.
• More than 10 years of experience in information technology field.
• Experience with EA Tools.
• TOGAF 9 Certified Certification is must.
• ArchiMate Practitioner and PMP “ preferable”.

Additional Information

Business Unit: Strategy & Transformation

Level: Senior

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Consulting

Industries: Business Consulting and Services

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The Enterprise Architect is responsible for designing and maintaining the organization's overall IT architecture, utilizing their working knowledge in several of the relevant technologies and frameworks to ensure alignment of the overall IT infrastructure with JHAH's business needs and future strategic directions.

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• Design document and maintain the organizations enterprise architecture framework standards and roadmap to ensure continued alignment with the organizations evolving strategy and goals
• Manage organizational adherence to the enterprise architecture framework standards designs and roadmap
• Ensure that IT enterprise architecture complies with relevant best practices standards regulatory requirements governance programs and cybersecurity policies
• Manage engagements with contracted vendors for enterprise architecture support managed services or professional services to ensure that service delivery meets the targeted scope time cost and quality constraints
• Investigate and resolve enterprise architecture related incidents in compliance with the organizations relevant policies and procedures
• Fulfill enterprise architecture related service requests in compliance with the organizations relevant policies and procedures
• Evaluate and process IT demand requests and support fulfillment of those that are approved in compliance with relevant policies and procedures and by following the organizations IT project management framework
• Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and issue resolution across IT systems, networks, and enterprise infrastructure.
• Assist in design and development of IT architecture solutions, including documentation and technical models.
• Support requirements gathering, analysis, and documentation for IT projects and enterprise architecture initiatives.
• Collaborate with senior architects to refine design drafts and ensure alignment with business and technical requirements.
• Assist in designing and supporting networking, system management, virtualization, and enterprise infrastructure solutions.
• Conduct research on emerging IT trends, technologies, and best practices for infrastructure and architecture.
• Evaluate technical requirements, feasibility, and risks for IT projects and enterprise solutions.
• Participate in technical reviews, system integration analysis, and architecture improvements.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of IT and architecture projects.
• Maintain and develop technical documentation, design guidelines, and infrastructure standards.
• Ensure compliance with IT governance, security policies, and industry regulations.

Sample of preferred certifications:.

• The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF).
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional.
• IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL)
• Cisco certified network professional (CCNP).

Minimum 3 years of experience in relevant field.

English:Fully Proficient ; Arabic:Not Required

• Audit Reporting
• Data Collection

• Integrity
• Accountability
• Cybersecurity
• Person-Centered Care

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.