Solution Architect (Banking Core Systems)
Remote
Position Summary
We are seeking a Solution Architect with strong banking domain expertise and experience in core banking platforms, preferably FIS IBS Core. The ideal candidate will work closely with business and technology teams to understand business needs, translate requirements into architecture solutions, and support core banking modernization, conversion, data integration, and operational transformation initiatives.
This role requires a combination of banking knowledge, technical architecture expertise, data management experience, and the ability to solve complex business and technology challenges.
Key Responsibilities
Work on architecture design and solution development for core banking initiatives, system enhancements, and technology modernization efforts.
Partner with business stakeholders to understand current processes, business challenges, and future-state requirements.
Translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and maintainable architecture solutions.
Analyze existing systems and recommend improvements to enhance operational efficiency and business capabilities.
Develop architecture artifacts including solution diagrams, integration designs, data flows, and technical specifications.
Design and support core banking conversion and migration activities, including data mapping, transformation, validation, and reconciliation.
Create and maintain data models, metadata repositories, and source-to-target mapping documentation.
Design ETL and data integration solutions supporting banking applications and enterprise platforms.
Ensure compliance with data governance, security, privacy, and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with application, infrastructure, networking, security, and operations teams to implement solutions.
Provide technical guidance for complex problem resolution and enhancement opportunities across banking systems.
Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions aligned with business objectives.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
10+ years of experience in solution architecture, application architecture, or related technical roles.
Strong banking and financial services industry experience.
Experience with core banking platforms, preferably FIS IBS Core.
Proven experience supporting core banking conversion, migration, or transformation projects.
Strong experience in:
Data Modeling
ETL Design and Data Integration
Data Mapping and Conversion
Metadata Management
Data Governance
Data Security and Privacy
Banking Data Architecture
Understanding of networking fundamentals, infrastructure architecture, and system integrations.
Experience designing API, batch, and real-time integration solutions.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to address complex technical and business challenges.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Salesforce and nCino platforms.
Banking loan operations and servicing experience.
Commercial, consumer, or retail banking knowledge.
Experience with banking operational workflows and back-office processes.
Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS.
Knowledge of banking regulations, risk management, and compliance requirements.
Desired Skills
Ability to effectively communicate with business users and technical teams.
Strong requirements analysis and solution design capabilities.
Ability to convert business processes and operational needs into architecture requirements and technical solutions.
Experience identifying opportunities for process improvements and system optimization.
Strong documentation and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
Preferred Domain Experience
Core Banking Systems (FIS IBS Preferred)
Loan Origination and Servicing
Deposit Operations
Banking Operations
Data Conversion and Migration Programs
Salesforce Financial Services Cloud
nCino Banking Platform
Enterprise Data Architecture and Governance
Ideal Candidate
A banking technology professional who can engage directly with business stakeholders, understand operational processes and business objectives, translate them into architecture requirements, and provide practical solutions for complex business problems, system enhancements, integrations, and core banking transformation initiatives.