Senior Architect - Core Banking

Job OverviewFlatGigs is hiring a Senior Architect – Core Banking to support enterprise-wide architecture governance and solution design initiatives within a regulated banking ecosystem.This role requires deep expertise in Core Banking platforms, enterprise integration architecture, and secure microservices ecosystems deployed in containerized/cloud-native environments.The Architect will operate within a matrix structure, reporting into Architecture leadership while closely partnering with business delivery teams.Job PurposeDesign resilient, scalable, and secure Core Banking solutionsBalance business functionality, customer experience, performance, reliability & securityDefine architectural blueprints aligned with enterprise standardsContribute to reusable architecture patterns across the groupThis is a strategic and hands‑on architecture role.Domain Expertise RequiredStrong exposure to Core Banking systems (Finacle or similar platforms)Banking domain knowledge (Accounting, Payments, Settlements)Designed/led at least 3 Core Banking architecture implementationsExperience in API‑first and microservices ecosystemsStrong integration ecosystem understanding (Switches, 3rd party integrations)Technical Competencies10+ years designing end-to-end architecture solutionsHigh‑level design (HLD) & solution design documentationMicroservices, container‑based/cloud‑native architectureEvent streaming & message brokersAPI ecosystem architecture, Integration REST APIs, ISO8583 (or equivalent)Integration with third‑party banking ecosystemsSecurity & Compliance: PCI‑DSS, UAE Central Bank, GDPR awarenessThreat modeling & regulatory alignmentAuthentication & Authorization frameworksEncryption algorithms & key managementSecurity logging, alerting & monitoringCyber Security Exposure (Preferred)Defensive & offensive security exposureSecure architecture hardening experienceAI Awareness (Preferred): Knowledge of Machine Learning, Generative AI, RAG systems, Vector databases, Agentic AI, MCP (Model Context Protocol), AI copilotsAgile Environment ExposureKey ResponsibilitiesBusiness Delivery Enablement: Deliver complete architecture solutions within timelinesImprove design workflows and automationBuild resilient & secure platformsChapter Enablement: Define reusable blueprints, Conduct peer reviews, Deliver knowledge‑sharing workshopsLeadership: Coach junior architects and developers, Drive architecture governance across teamsMust have experience working within: Agile tribes & squads, Sprint planning & retrospectives, Epics, features, stories & acceptance criteria, Quarterly planning cyclesBehavioral ExpectationsDelivery‑focused with balanced system thinkingStrong analytical & critical thinking abilityStakeholder management expertiseAutonomous decision‑making capabilityHigh learning agility#J-18808-Ljbffr