Solutions Architect (Banking Industry)

An individual-contributor Solutions Architect who partners with business stakeholders, technology suppliers, and internal technology teams to research, design, and deliver solutions. The role also supports adoption of enterprise architecture guardrails within its business unit, aligning technology solutions with enterprise standards and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Solution research and delivery: design and implement with business and technology teams.
• Existing program modification: identify change areas and develop needed modifications.
• BU enterprise architecture guardrails: adapt and implement standards aligned to business needs.
• Supplier and internal collaboration: evaluate solution approaches and support implementation.
• Architecture methods and frameworks: guide solution design and enterprise alignment.
• Solution communication: provide clear verbal and written design, recommendation, and progress updates.
• Solution delivery support: apply project management methods and agile development practices.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• 8–10 years solution architecture; five similar banking/financial-services years, including regulatory and compliance knowledge.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.
• Architecture methods and frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman), project management, and agile practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Advanced degree in a related field.
• Understanding of key industry technologies and trends, including digital, cloud, and security.