- Location
- saint louis, mo, USA
- Type
- Contract
- Department
- Engineering
- Seniority
- Senior
- Experience
- 8+ years
- Source
- RecruiterFlow
Description
Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior IT Architect with deep expertise in banking and payments systems to design, guide, and implement enterprise-level technology solutions. The ideal candidate has experience in top-tier banks or payment companies, with a strong track record of architecting complex payment and banking platforms.
Key Responsibilities
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Define and implement enterprise architecture for banking and payment systems
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Design solutions across payment processing, clearing, settlement, and reconciliation platforms
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Collaborate with product, program, and business teams to ensure technology aligns with business goals
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Drive digital transformation and modernization initiatives
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Ensure solutions meet regulatory, risk, and compliance standards
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Provide technical leadership, review designs, and guide development teams
Required Skills & Experience
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8–15 years of experience in IT architecture or solution architecture in banking/payments
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Strong knowledge of core banking, payment systems, and fintech platforms
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Expertise in integration patterns, API-led architecture, cloud solutions, and real-time payment systems
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Experience leading cross-functional technical teams
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Excellent strategic thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
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Familiarity with SWIFT, ISO 20022, RTGS, ACH, card networks, or digital wallets
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Experience in cloud-native architecture, microservices, and modern payment technologies
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Prior experience in consulting or large-scale transformation programs