Technical Lead

Client of Tandem Search

Posted 30+ days ago

Experience

10 - 12 Years

Education

Bachelor of Commerce(Commerce)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Not Mentioned

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Role Overview
We are looking for a Technical Lead to support the ongoing digital transformation journey of a leading bank in the GCC. The ideal candidate will play a dual role leading solution design and overseeing hands-on delivery, while also supporting sales and client engagement.
Key Responsibilities
  • Client Engagement & Business Development
    • Support sales strategies to drive growth in the Financial Services sector, focusing on digital and technology-led transformations
    • Identify and engage with potential clients to understand needs and shape tailored technical solutions
  • Solution Design & Architecture
    • Translate business needs into scalable technical solutions aligned with the client's enterprise architecture
    • Design digital platforms using SOA, Open APIs, Microservices, and API Management tools
    • Provide strategic guidance on technology modernization, IT strategy, and innovation
  • Project Delivery
    • Lead Agile/DevOps-driven project implementations across GCC clients
    • Act as hands-on lead for project delivery, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction
    • Manage hybrid delivery teams of 10 25+ members (onshore/offshore)
  • Collaboration & Leadership
    • Collaborate with DefineX digital and technical experts to craft winning solutions
    • Coordinate with the broader DefineX technology team (350+ professionals, mainly in Turkey) for delivery support

Qualifications
  • Experience
    • 15+ years in Financial Services technology roles, including 5+ years in a senior consulting, technical leadership, or digital transformation role
    • Background in either top-tier consulting firms or leading bank technology divisions
    • Experience with large-scale transformations in Personal/Corporate Banking or Core Banking systems
  • Technical Expertise
    • Strong command of enterprise architecture, application platforms, and integration technologies
    • Deep knowledge of:
      • Microservices, Containerization, API platforms
      • Cloud, Agile, DevOps methodologies
      • Core transformation and digital channels (web/mobile)
  • Delivery & Communication
    • Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams across geographies
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (Arabic preferred)
    • Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills

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