#Job Summary
As a Solution Architect at SHBF, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing end-to-end solutions that meet the complex needs of our customers and our enterprise business users, working in shaping the technological landscape of our organization, specifically in the domain of banking and consumer finance industry. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, assess existing systems, and design architecture that aligns with business goals.
You will lead the design and development of cutting-edge solutions that enhance our ability to deliver financial products and services to our customers efficiently and securely. The Solution Architect is a key figure in our technology team and will collaborate with various stakeholders, including software developers, business analysts, and project managers, to create robust and scalable solutions that align with our strategic objectives.
#Key Responsibilities
- Solution Design: Collaborate with business users, business analysts, and project managers to define solution requirements, objectives, and scope. Create comprehensive solution designs that address these requirements while considering scalability and future needs. Creating high-level solution designs that meet the business requirements and align with the company's long-term technology strategy.
- Technology Evaluation: Research and assess emerging technologies, tools, and platforms to ensure that the proposed solutions are aligned with industry best practices and advancements.
- Architecture Development: Create detailed technical architecture blueprints, outlining system components, interfaces, and infrastructure requirements. Ensure that the architecture adheres to security, performance, and compliance standards.
- Technical Documentation: Prepare and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including design specifications, system diagrams, and other relevant documents to support the development process.
- Quality Assurance: Oversee the quality and performance of the solutions, conducting regular reviews and assessments to ensure that they meet the defined requirements and standards.
- Client Communication: Serve as the technical liaison with business users, explaining technical concepts, addressing client concerns, and providing insights into the technology roadmap.
- Risk Assessment: Identify potential technical risks and challenges in projects and develop mitigation strategies
- Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, ensuring the implementation of best practices and architectural principles.
- System Integration: Oversee the integration of various systems and technologies, ensuring seamless data flow and functionality across multiple platforms.
- Scalability and Performance: Design solutions that are scalable, reliable, and performant, capable of handling the growth and demands of the consumer finance industry.
- Security and Compliance: Ensure that all solutions meet the highest standards of security and compliance with relevant financial regulations and industry standards.
- Emerging Technologies: Stay updated on emerging technologies and trends in consumer finance and apply this knowledge to develop innovative solutions.
- Collaboration: Work closely with development teams to guide the implementation of the proposed architecture, providing technical leadership, and addressing any design or implementation issues. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, software developers, and project managers, to understand requirements and provide architectural guidance.
- Documentation: Create and maintain detailed architecture documentation, including design specifications and diagrams.
- Cost Analysis: Conduct cost-benefit analysis of proposed solutions and recommend cost-effective alternatives.
