Job Description

Position:

Lead Enterprise Architect

Location:

Bangalore / Mumbai / Chennai

Experience:

16 + Years- Transaction Banking industry on channels

:

+ Defines the future state technology stack supporting modern components that enable rapid application deployment. + Investigate key architectural choices with the responsible architects to evaluate the best option for the bank.
+ Experience working as individual contributor & virtual teams to get the deliverable out of the door.
+ Adoption of API and Microservices, Drive External API, Internal API , API Connect and Microservices Adoption PAN Bank
+ Defines a vision that traverses the technology stack from User-Experience / Customer-Experience, data-driven strategic analysis and customer insights, cloud provisioning and embedding digitally enabled scalable architecture.
+ Strong awareness of Open-Source Architecture and Standards
+ Security Architecture and Standards
+ Explore new technology in market and ability to work with quick POC//'s.
+ Recommends right licensing models.
+ Provide a clear Architecture Road map to the senior management to transform obsolete technology to a robust platform.
+ Strong organizational, team building and leadership qualities. Senior Stakeholder Management
+ Creates conceptual architecture documentation based on Banks digital strategy.
+ Define and implement key strategic technology platforms and solutions for the future growth and success of the business.
+ Ability to challenge the Technology solutions provided by various Vendors and in-house teams to propose an optimal solution.
+ Ability to create heatmaps and identify hotspots in the current application landscape and provide solutions to rectify.
+ Optimize the Technology assets by consolidation of existing applications and remove redundancies and cost saves.
+ Experience in Azure cloud services.
+ Functional and technology knowledge on major banking applications. Domain Knowledge in Banking / Financial Services
+ Experience in Integration / API Architecture: JSON, REST, SOAP, XML, Azure cloud managed services , AKS, Docker, Open API specification
+ Accountable for the appropriateness of technology architecture solutions delivered to the technology teams of the bank.
+ Provide appropriate inputs to the senior management for critical decisions for strategic investment in Technology.
+ Advice the senior management in latest technology trends in banking like mobility, big data etc and generate use case for the implementation.
+ Take initiatives in implementing source control and release management process.
+ Guide all the technology teams in stability of applications and platforms by providing critical inputs on various aspects like performance testing, performance tuning etc
+ Experience defining functional and non-functional application requirements. Classification: Internal Use
+ Experience working with online commerce and omni-channel retail business practices.
+ Experience working with an Agile DEVOPS development methodology using continuous integration / continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes.
+ Cross border team management experience Knowledge of architecting micro-services applications.
+ Advanced Vendor Management skills Knowledge of server-less architecture and developing applications in this fashion.
+ Cloud Certification is preferred DevOps processes and tools including continuous integration and deployment.

Key Result Areas

+ Explore & recommend new technologies supporting Cloud, On Prem Applications + Conduct architecture awareness sessions with multiple lines of business tech units.
+ Present Solution designs and seek approval in Architecture review boards
+ Should be strong in solution design.
+ Conduct and drive POC//'s.


Problem Solving:
+ Capable of breaking down complex problems into manageable parts to identify root causes and develop effective solutions. + Leverages creative thinking to propose innovative solutions that address business and technical challenges.
+ Approaches problems with a strategic mindset, considering long-term implications and alignment with business goals.
+ Works collaboratively with cross-functional teams to gather diverse perspectives and develop comprehensive solutions.
+ Conducts thorough scenario analysis to anticipate potential issues and plan contingencies.
+ Evaluates risks associated with different solutions and develops mitigation strategies to minimize impact.
+ Stays updated with industry trends and best practices to enhance problem-solving capabilities.
+ Communicates complex problems and solutions clearly to stakeholders at all levels, ensuring understanding and buy-in.
+ Demonstrates the ability to provide quick resolutions to urgent issues, minimizing downtime and disruption.
+ Focuses on optimizing system performance and efficiency through effective problem-solving techniques.
+ Anticipates potential problems and takes proactive measures to prevent them before they escalate.
+ Keeps customer needs and satisfaction at the forefront when developing solutions to problems.
+ Ensures thorough documentation of problems, solutions, and lessons learned to facilitate knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

Decision Making Authority & Responsibility:

Empowered to make high-level architectural decisions that align with the organization//'s strategic goals and vision. + Authorized to allocate resources, including budget and personnel, to various architectural projects and initiatives.
+ Can develop and implement policies and standards related to enterprise architecture.
+ Has the authority to evaluate and select technology vendors and partners that align with the enterprise architecture strategy.
+ Makes decisions regarding the adoption and integration of new technologies within the organization.
+ Prioritizes projects and initiatives based on business needs, resource availability, and strategic importance.
+ Determines risk mitigation strategies and has the authority to implement measures to address potential risks.
+ Grants approvals for architectural designs, plans, and changes to ensure they meet organizational standards and objectives.
+ Takes full accountability for the outcomes of architectural decisions and their impact on the organization.
+ Provides strong leadership and direction to the architecture team, ensuring alignment with business and technology goals.
+ Manages relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring their needs and concerns are addressed in architectural decisions.
+ Ensures all architectural initiatives comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
+ Continuously monitors the performance of architectural solutions and makes adjustments as necessary to optimize outcomes.
+ Maintains thorough documentation of decisions, processes, and outcomes to ensure transparency and facilitate knowledge sharing.
+ Upholds high ethical standards in all decision-making processes, ensuring integrity and trustworthiness.
+ Conducts thorough impact assessments before making decisions to understand potential implications on various aspects of the business.
+ Fosters a culture of continuous improvement, regularly reviewing and refining decision-making processes and practices.
+ Mentors and guides team members, helping them develop their decision-making skills and understanding of architectural principles.
+ Effectively communicates decisions and their rationale to all relevant parties, ensuring clarity and understanding. Classification: Internal Use
+ Takes responsibility for resolving any issues or conflicts that arise from architectural decisions, ensuring swift and effective resolution.
+ Ensures all decisions are in line with the long-term vision and objectives of the organization, promoting a cohesive and forward-thinking approach.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Experience: 16-20 years Skills: Azure Cloud functions and services, Solution Design, Enterprise Architecture Governance

Why Join Our Team?

Join a leading financial institution that is investing heavily in its digital transformation journey. This is a critical leadership role where you will drive the quality of our core banking systems, impacting millions of customers and ensuring regulatory adherence. We offer a challenging yet rewarding work environment, opportunities for continuous learning, competitive compensation, and a chance to build a legacy in the evolving FinTech landscape.

Company Overview

Yethi is a boutique QA product and solutions company for BFS Domain. We are building next generation AI/BOT driven automation tools and solutions to improve the best-in-class Quality Assurance solutions that are adopted by large fortune 500 BFSI enterprises. Founded by seasoned fin-tech professionals with deep domain expertise and executive leadership with large technology companies.
We are a software solutions firm invested in building the next generation of tools and solutions to improve the quality of digital technologies being adopted within the BFSI industry. Founded by seasoned senior Fintech professionals, we bring years of domain expertise and global experiences to play. Our clients currently span across India, Southeast Asia, Europe, Africa and the Middle-East. Our close partnerships with clients, unique methodology, subject matter expertise, global experience and unique set of tools help us deliver innovative, effective and executable solutions. Our entrepreneurial spirit helps us to continually discover better ways to address our clients//' needs.
Specialties
Software Product, Testing Automation, Core Banking, Testing, FinTech, BankTech, Quality Assurance, Automation, robotic test automation, banking, BFSI, Software Testing, Temenos, Digital Banking, Finacle, FLEXCUBE, Finastra, and Origination Software.
workplace
Yethi has offices in 4 cities (Bangalore, Mumbai, Chennai, Jaipur) and clients across 22 countries.
More info logon to www.yethi.in