We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

As a Solutions Architect, candidate will be responsible for defining an architectural vision and solution architecture which aligns with the business strategy, enterprise architecture strategy, technology and platform choices.

Additional Information* 

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors.  In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Charlotte, NC / Plano, TX / Chicago, IL is $115k - $125k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Describes the solution intent and the associated operating environment, determines the primary systems/subsystems and their interfaces, defining non-functional requirements.

• Ensures the solution is fit for purpose by working with stakeholders, vendors/service providers. In parallel, evaluating the impact of strategic design decisions.

• Working with both business and technology to create the solution intent and architectural vision.

• Leads rapid shaping of a high-level architecture with details filled in with emerging business requirements.

• Ensures architecture is flexible, modular and designed to adapt easily.

• Utilizes the defined best practices, templates and documentation to create architectural designs.

• Works with Product Manager/Owner to plan and prioritize technology focused backlog items for the architecture runway.

• Clarifies the architecture for the development teams to support implementation and provides solution options to resolve any impediments.

• Performs design reviews to ensure all non-functional requirements for a solution are sufficiently met (e.g. security, performance, maintainability, scalability, usability, and reliability).

Requirements:

• 10-15 years of commercial banking technology experience with a focus on payments and cash management

• 10+ years’ experience working in Banking/Financial Services Technology discipline.

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/related field or related work experience.

• Ability to operate at tactical and strategic solution design level and identify the appropriate approach

• Senior technologist who can facilitate a solution agreement between parties

• Commercial banking technology experience with a focus on payments and cash management

• Communications skills to engage junior and senior technology and business partners

• End-to-End solution design experience

• Domain knowledge of Payments, Accounting Services, Liquidity Management, Receivables, Trade SupplyChain Finance, Commercial Card domains (some or all preferred).

• Driving a shared service strategy and performance culture.

• Drives best practices approach to the continuous improvement of our products, processes and tools.

• Motivated self-starter.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-based environment.

• Relevant IT experience (SDLC- Waterfall / Agile).

• Strong Business Partner coordination.

• Able to lead and contribute to automation, causal analysis and development of shared/common solutions.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills (both to a technical and non-technical audience).

• Analytical Thinking, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving and Innovative thinking.

• Translating complex concepts into multiple architectural “views” aimed at varying audiences.

• Broad based IT knowledge and experience. (Financial Software, Middleware, Databases).

• Interpreting business needs and applying innovative technology solutions.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package

• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad

• Laptop and a mobile phone

• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays)

• Maternity & Paternity leave plans

• A comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region)

• Retirement savings plans

• A higher education certification policy

• Commuter benefits (varies by region)

• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.

• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses 

• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups

• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms

• A flat and approachable organization

• A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
 

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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