Job Description

It’s about building something real.

Are you someone that loves to create new systems? Are you passionate about finding solutions to problems and enjoy the freedom of making those decisions? Do you enjoy working with others to design, deploy and administer applications? If so, the Solutions Architect position could be your calling.

At Frost, it’s about more than a job. It’s about having a flourishing career where you can thrive, both in and out of work. At Frost, we’re committed to fostering an environment that reflects our values and encourages team members to be the best they can be. In joining our adaptable, integrity-driven team, you’ll become part of Frost’s over 150-year legacy of providing unparalleled banking services.

Who you are:

As a Senior Solutions Architect, you are our artist, bringing countless creations to life one keystroke at a time. In this role, you will be responsible for the life cycle of system architecture for IT business solutions from planning through delivery and maintenance. Our architects enjoy collaboration, often working with other internal IT business solutions teams to create cross-discipline solutions throughout the organization. More than that, this role is about finding solutions and doing it with integrity, caring and excellence in mind. 

What you’ll do: 

• Lead the design of system architecture and strategy for products at Frost to ensure that solutions follow all standards and best practices
• Communicate complex design strategies in a concise way to stakeholders and executives
• Oversee the design work of solutions architects to ensure quality digital architecture is created and maintained
• Be responsible for understanding the end to end process of complex products to ensure exceptional service and the business' ability to thrive
• Collaborate with business managers and department leads to allow for a full spectrum strategy to be created
• Always take action using Integrity, Caring, and Excellence to achieve all-win outcomes

What you’ll need:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, or equivalent work experience
• 10+ years of experience in the following areas: Configuration and deployment of mission critical commercial payment software for High availability and redundancy and Integration technologies using REST and SOAP based XML standards, Software development and architecture, Network architecture
• 5+ years of experience coding with demonstrated experience with two or more development languages such as Java or Python
• Experience in vendor analysis, documenting End to End solution architecture, working with Enterprise Architects to align the solution with enterprise strategy
• Knowledge of Payment Hub concept for handling different type of payments and formats
• Experience in working with enterprise payment systems such as RTP, FedNow, Zelle, ACH, Checks, Bill Pay, Wires and ongoing initiatives for SWIFT ISO 20022 compliance
• Experience in designing, deploying, and administering applications in Windows, Unix or Linux, and cloud-based systems such as SaaS, PaaS, and/or IaaS
• Experience with cloud, micro services, spring boot kafka, and APIs
• Demonstrated experience designing, deploying, and administering applications for businesses
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Additional Preferred Skills:

• 3+ years of experience at a financial institution
• 3+ years of systems architecture experience
• Familiarity with financial regulatory standards including SOX, HIPAA, and SEA Rules 17a-f
• Familiarity with architectural frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, or Rational Unified Process
• Experience with Agile methodologies including Scrum and Kanban
• Experience with SWIFT network and systems like RMA, SWIFT Alliance access, Alliance gateways and SWIFT Annual Security Attestation process
• Experience on wire systems from ACI worldwide such as MTS and UPF.
• Familiarity with corporate payment solutions for wires such as FIS wire and Fiserv payment Exchange
• Experience with new faster/instant payment schemes like Zelle, TCH/RTP and awareness of upcoming schemes like FedNOW
• Experience with Real time Payment Fraud detection/prevention systems

Our Benefits:

At Frost, we care about your health, your family, and your future and strive to have our benefits reflect that. This includes:  

• Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Generous holiday and paid time off schedule
• Tuition reimbursement
• Extensive health and wellness programs, including our Employee Assistance Program
• Referral bonus program + more!

Since 1868, Frost has dedicated their expertise to provide exceptional banking, investment, and insurance services to businesses and individuals throughout Texas. Frost is one of the 50 largest U.S. banks by asset size and is a leader in banking customer satisfaction. At Frost, it’s about being part of something bigger. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply and see what’s possible at Frost.

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