IT Manager - Solution Architecture

August 25, 2026

Responsibilities <ul><li> Lead the end-to-end design and implementation of enterprise-grade applications (web, mobile, Application Programming Interface(API)-first platforms) to ensure that modularity, reusability and security are in line with enterprise architecture guidelines. </li><li> Contribute to the evaluation and selection of scalable technology stacks aligned with business goals, leveraging modern paradigms like microservices, containers and serverless components. </li><li> Ensure application performance, scalability and observability by implementing high availability strategies and designing API integration patterns that align with enterprise architecture standards. </li><li> Design and implement data solutions, including data warehouses, pipelines, to support analytics by ensuring alignment with the broader data strategy and integration with BI tools, while adhering to enterprise data governance policies. </li><li> Collaborate with IT governance, security and quality teams to ensure compliance with security standards, quality assurance across the application and data platforms. </li><li> Provide architectural guidance for critical IT projects, ensuring compliance with approved enterprise architecture frameworks and best practices </li><li> Drive digital transformation by delivering innovative technology solutions to enhance efficiency, modernize processes, and create measurable business value. </li><li> Enforce design and architecture principles to ensure technology solutions are developed within a consistent, scalable, and compliant enterprise architecture framework. </li><li> Identify potential architectural risks in solution designs and implement mitigation strategies to ensure system integrity, security and resilience. </li></ul>Qualifications Education Qualification: <ul><li> Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field </li><li> Master’s degree preferred </li><li> TOGAF certification preferred </li></ul>Work Experience <ul><li> Bottom of Form </li></ul>Minimum experience of 7 years with proven experience (5+ years) as a Solution Architect in large-scale security and enterprise infrastructure implementation projects in Food and Beverages manufacturing, FMCG companies. Minium 7-8 years of Oracle Fusion and SAP HANA as ERP backend experience. <ul><li> Hands-on knowledge of enterprise application frameworks (.NET Core, Java Spring, Node.js) </li><li> Experience with cloud-native services (AWS, Azure, or GCP) for compute, storage, and databases </li><li> Experience with event streaming technologies (Kafka, Kinesis) and NoSQL databases </li><li> Proficiency in data platform tools: Snowflake, Azure Synapse, BigQuery, Redshift, etc. </li><li> Experience in designing APIs, microservices, and modern integration patterns </li><li> Solid understanding of CI/CD, DevSecOps, and infrastructure-as-code </li><li> Background in Agile/SAFE methodologies and digital transformation programs </li><li> Experience in data security, privacy frameworks (GDPR, HIPAA, etc.) </li><li> Present architecture to architecture review boards (ARBs), exec stakeholders, and delivery teams </li><li> Mentor developers, solution designers, and junior architects on modern application/data stack </li><li> Develop and maintain architectural documentation, roadmaps, and reference models </li></ul>Skills <ul><li> Excellent presentation skills and ability to clearly articulate complex architectural solutions, technical concepts, and design decisions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders </li><li> Ability to work cross-functionally and possess conflict management skills </li><li> Possess good logical reasoning & structured design thinking </li><li> Possess creative problem-solving skills to design modern solutions </li><li> Ability to persuade & influence key stakeholder to adopt architecture best practices </li><li> Good negotiation skills to balance technical requirements, resource constraints, and stakeholder priorities </li></ul>About Us EKFC ( https://www.emiratesflightcatering.com/about-us/): Build Your Future With Us At Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC), our people are at the heart of everything we do. As one of the world’s largest catering and hospitality services providers, we deliver excellence at scale—supporting airlines, hospitality brands, and global events every day. Our success is driven by the passion, professionalism, and commitment of our teams. Why Work With Us At EKFC, your role matters. Whether you work in operations, engineering, corporate services, or support functions, you contribute to delivering safe, reliable, and high‑quality services every single day. You’ll Be Part Of <ul><li>A globally recognised organisation within the Emirates Group ecosystem</li><li>A diverse, multicultural workforce united by shared standards and values</li><li>A fast‑paced, operational environment where responsibility and professionalism matter</li><li>A workplace that values integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement </li></ul>Life at EKFC What You Can Expect <ul><li>Collaborative and approachable leadership</li><li>A diverse, multicultural team</li><li>Open communication and transparency </li></ul>Rewards & Benefits We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being: <ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Two duty meals provided at EKFC</li><li>Health and wellness coverage</li><li>Paid time off and public holidays</li><li>Performance‑based annual bonus and salary review opportunities, subject to eligibility and company policy</li><li>Recognition for achievements and commitment, including monetary NAJM Awards (Appreciation, Bronze, Silver & Gold levels)</li><li>Learning and development support</li><li>Team events and engagement activities </li></ul>(Benefits may vary by role and location.) Our Recruitment Journey Our recruitment process is designed to be transparent and respectful: <ul><li>Application review</li><li>Initial interview or assessment</li><li>Technical Interview & Case Study presentation</li><li>Background Check</li><li>Employment Contract </li></ul>We aim to keep candidates informed every step of the way. (The recruitment and interview process may vary depending on the role.)

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