Solutions Architect - Integration

Globant — Riyadh, KSASolution Architect - IntegrationLocation: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (on-site). Alternative locations: Jordan, Lebanon, UAE, Egypt — with regular travel to Riyadh required.Role SummaryThis role is responsible for leading the architecture of integration and API layers across the platform. The architect defines standards for APIs, integration patterns, event-driven messaging, and third party connectivity. The role requires broad architectural understanding across multiple disciplines alongside deep expertise in integration technologies and API management.Key ResponsibilitiesDefine integration architecture strategy aligned with organisational goalsEstablish API standards, versioning strategies, and backward compatibility practicesDesign and govern API gateway infrastructure and policiesArchitect event-driven and message-based integration patternsDefine data flows, transformation logic, and contract standards between systemsLead technical design reviews and key architectural decisions for integrationDesign third party service integration approaches and manage external dependenciesDefine error handling, retry, and circuit breaker strategies for integrationsEnsure security across integration points including authentication, authorisation, and data protectionDefine monitoring, logging, and observability strategies for integration layersMentor engineering teams and support capability development in integration practicesConduct code reviews and provide technical guidanceProduce and maintain integration architecture documentation, system diagrams, and data flow modelsEvaluate integration technologies, middleware, and emerging approachesManage technical debt in integration layers and lead simplification initiativesPresent architectural decisions to senior stakeholdersExpected OutcomesA coherent and consistent API and integration ecosystemImproved reliability and observability across integration pointsReduced complexity through well designed integration patterns and standardsAdoption of consistent API and integration architecture patterns across teamsCross Functional Design LeadershipFacilitate collaborative design sessions across engineering, product, and operationsBreak down complex integration challenges into actionable design approachesSupport decision making during major incidents or significant integration changesImprove cross team understanding of integration impacts, data flows, and system dependenciesCommunication and InfluenceCommunicate complex integration and API concepts clearly to technical and non technical audiencesProduce clear diagrams, documentation, and integration modelsInfluence decisions through structured reasoning and architectural clarityBuild strong working relationships with stakeholders across engineering, architecture, cybersecurity, product, and deliveryCross Discipline Architectural CompetenciesUnderstanding of domain‑driven design principlesStrong awareness of enterprise integration patternsUnderstanding of essential data architecture conceptsAwareness of cyber security fundamentals and secure by design practicesUnderstanding of DevOps and platform engineering practicesAbility to define and assess non‑functional requirementsAbility to evaluate third party systems and build versus buy decisionsAbility to balance performance, cost, resilience, and maintainability in designsShared Architecture Practice ExpectationsContribute to architectural standards and reusable patternsParticipate in architectural governance and review forumsSupport development of technology roadmaps and long term design directionProduce clear and consistent architectural artefactsShare learning and reusable guidance across teamsDecision Making AuthorityActs as technical authority for integration and API architectureOwns API standards, integration patterns, and gateway policiesResponsible for long term integration architectural directionMakes informed decisions balancing immediate needs and strategic goalsTechnical SkillsCore technologies: Apigee, NodeJSArchitecture and design: RESTful API design, event-driven architecture, enterprise integration patterns, API gateway design and governance, API versioning and backward compatibilityIntegration: Message queuing and asynchronous processing, third party service integration, data transformation and contract management, orchestration and choreography patternsSecurity and performance: Authentication and authorisation patterns including OAuth and JWT, data encryption and secure data handling, resilience and fault tolerance patterns, rate limiting and throttlingCompetencies: Strong understanding of distributed systems and integration complexity, experience designing API ecosystems at scale, strategic architectural planning, clear and structured communication, mentorship and technical leadership, effective stakeholder engagement.#J-18808-Ljbffr