Lead Digital Process Automation Architect

Lead Digital Process Automation Architect Location: SA - Riyadh, Qiddiya In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible. Job Description: Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Lead Digital Process Automation Architect - Saudi National to join our team! In this role, you will lead the strategic design and implementation of enterprise-wide digital process automation initiatives, driving operational efficiency, governance compliance, and digital transformation across the organization. What You’ll Be Doing Define and lead the roadmap for enterprise-wide digital process automation and modernization initiatives. Design and architect complex digital workflows using enterprise workflow automation platforms. Develop scalable automation solutions aligned with business objectives and operational requirements. Ensure all automated workflows comply with governance requirements, regulatory standards, and data compliance frameworks. Oversee integration of automation platforms with enterprise systems and legacy databases. Collaborate with department heads and business stakeholders to gather requirements and define technical automation strategies. Translate business and operational needs into technical workflows, automation blueprints, and implementation plans. Lead workflow governance and establish standards for automation architecture and deployment. Monitor workflow performance and establish KPIs to assess efficiency, compliance, and effectiveness. Audit active digital processes and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Identify automation opportunities that improve operational performance and service delivery. Guide and mentor junior developers, analysts, and project team members. Review technical deliverables and ensure consistency with enterprise architecture standards. Support change management and digital adoption initiatives across departments. Provide technical presentations, reports, and updates to leadership and stakeholders. Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as appropriate. What Required Skills You’ll Bring Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field. Master’s degree is preferred. Minimum 6+ years of experience in business analysis, process architecture, or digital transformation roles. Proven hands-on experience designing workflows in enterprise workflow automation platforms such as: Pega, Microsoft Power Automate Or similar enterprise workflow platforms Strong knowledge of process automation architecture and enterprise workflow design. Deep understanding of governance frameworks, compliance requirements, and data sovereignty standards. Experience integrating workflow platforms with enterprise systems and legacy databases. Advanced knowledge of BPMN 2.0 and workflow process modeling. Strong experience with Agile development methodologies. Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks and digital transformation best practices. Strong stakeholder management and requirements gathering skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Strong written and verbal communication skills. What Desired Skills You’ll Bring Platform certifications such as: Pega Certified System Architect Microsoft Power Platform certifications Equivalent workflow automation certifications Public sector or government project experience. Experience leading enterprise digital transformation initiatives. Ability to manage multiple stakeholders across departments. Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities. Experience developing governance models and digital standards. Ability to communicate technical and non-technical concepts clearly to executive stakeholders. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information. We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY! Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer tohttps://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.