Senior Solutions Architect - Data & AI

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Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Job Description Noventiq is expanding its team & is on the lookout for goal-oriented, self-driven & motivated individuals, to support the next phase of company’s growth strategy. Industry: IT/Cloud Services Location: Riyadh, KSA Job Title – Senior Solutions Architect Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Solutions Architect – Data & AI who can independently lead customer engagements, shape complex solutions, and drive strategic conversations across business and technology stakeholders. This role requires a self-driven, client-facing architect who is comfortable owning the entire solution lifecycle—from discovery to proposal—while specializing in modern data platforms, analytics, and AI/ML solutions on Azure. Fluency in Arabic is mandatory , as the role will involve direct engagement with Middle East customers. Key Responsibilities - Client Engagement & Solution Ownership - Act as the primary solutions architect in customer discussions—owning conversations end-to-end without dependency. - Lead CXO-level and technical workshops, translating business challenges into scalable Data & AI solutions. - Independently drive solution discovery, architecture definition, and proposal creation. - Build trusted advisor relationships with customer stakeholders, especially within Arabic-speaking regions. - Data, AI & Application Architecture - Design and architect end-to-end enterprise solutions, including: - Modern Data Platforms (Data Warehouses, Lakehouse, real-time analytics) - AI/ML solutions (predictive analytics, NLP, GenAI, copilots) - Application architectures (microservices, APIs, event-driven systems) - Integrate data platforms with enterprise applications (CRM, ERP, custom apps). - Define data strategies, API strategies, and application integration models. - Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, high-performing, and cost-optimize - Pre-Sales Leadership - Lead the technical component of bids, proposals, and RFP responses. - Develop high-quality solution artifacts: - Architecture diagrams - Cost models & TCO optimization - Implementation roadmaps - Value propositions aligned to business outcomes - Participate in solution demos, PoCs, and design validations. - Business & Strategic Alignment - Translate customer business goals into measurable data and AI outcomes. - Identify opportunities for: - Data modernization - AI adoption and innovation - Upsell/cross-sell within existing accounts - Balance technical excellence with commercial viability. - Collaboration & Delivery Alignment - Work closely with sales, delivery, and engineering teams for seamless transition from presales to execution. - Provide architectural oversight during initial delivery phases where needed. - Mentor junior architects and engineers on Data & AI, and application architecture Required Skills & Expertise Technical – Data & AI - Strong expertise in Azure Data & AI ecosystem, including: - Azure Data Factory / Synapse / Microsoft Fabric - Azure Databricks - Azure Machine Learning & AI Services (incl. OpenAI) - Deep understanding of: - Data architecture patterns (Lakehouse, data mesh, etc.) - Data governance, security, and compliance - AI/ML lifecycle and MLOps - Experience in Azure-native and hybrid architectures. Technical – Application & Integration - Strong experience in application architecture, including: - Microservices and distributed systems architecture - API design and management (REST, GraphQL, API gateways) - Event-driven architectures (Kafka, messaging systems) - Experience with application modernization: - Monolith to microservices transformation - Containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) - Familiarity with integration patterns: - Data + application integration (ETL + APIs) - Middleware and enterprise integration platforms - Understanding of frontend/backend separation and digital application stacks Professional - Proven track record of independently handling pre-sales engagements and closing complex deals. - Strong ability to articulate business value, not just technical solutions. - Experience working with Middle East clients is highly preferred. Language - Fluency in Arabic (spoken and written) – mandatory - Strong English communication skills Experience & Qualifications - 8+ years of experience in technology consulting / architecture - 4+ years in Data & AI solutions architecture - Strong pre-sales or consulting background with customer-facing roles - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field Certifications (preferred But Not Required) - Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert - Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate - Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate - Microsoft Certified: Designing Azure Solutions Key Traits for Success - Self-starter with the ability to operate independently in high-stakes environments - Strong storytelling and executive communication skills - Commercially aware with a solution-selling mindset - Passion for Data, AI, and emerging technologies Location: Riyadh - NQKSA, Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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