Who are we?

At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.

What will you contribute? As part of the Architecture & Standards team in Finastra’s AI COE, the Enterprise Architect provides the technical blueprints and standards necessary to keep the AI initiatives stable. This role also serves as a shared resource for the Flow engineering team, leading architecture design for the Flow services engineering pods. Responsibilities & Deliverables Your deliverables as an Enterprise Architect will include, but are not limited to, the following: • Develop and maintain enterprise-wide architectural strategies and roadmaps for AI initiatives • Create comprehensive technical blueprints and reference architectures that ensure stability and scalability of AI solutions • Lead architecture design efforts for flow services engineering pods, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards • Establish and govern architectural principles, standards, and guidelines across AI COE and flow engineering teams • Collaborate with stakeholders across multiple teams to ensure architectural consistency and integration • Conduct architectural assessments and provide recommendations for technology selection and implementation approaches • Design integration patterns and frameworks that enable seamless connectivity between AI systems and enterprise platforms • Balance architectural needs across AI COE initiatives and flow engineering requirements • Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance to multiple delivery teams simultaneously • Document enterprise architecture artifacts including models, patterns, standards, and decision records • Identify opportunities for architectural optimization, reuse, and standardization across the organization • Ensure architectural solutions address non-functional requirements including performance, security, and resilience Required Skills & Experience • Proven ability to design and implement architecture solutions across multiple teams and initiatives • Strong understanding of enterprise integration patterns, microservices, and distributed systems • Deep knowledge of cloud technologies and modern architectural frameworks • Experience leading architecture design for engineering teams and delivery pods • Expertise in establishing and governing enterprise-wide technical standards and best practices • Strong stakeholder management skills with ability to influence across organizational boundaries • Demonstrated capability to balance competing priorities and architectural requirements across multiple initiatives • Excellent documentation skills with experience creating architectural artifacts and decision frameworks • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with focus on scalable, maintainable solutions • Experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code • Ability to mentor and guide technical teams on architectural principles and implementation approaches

We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we uphold:

·       Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, based on your location and business priorities. Hybrid working arrangements, and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.

·       Well-being: Access Confidential one-on-one therapy through our Employee Assistance Program, find support from our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and a calendar of monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive - Inside and Outside of work.

·       Medical, life & disability insurance, retirement plan, lifestyle and other benefits*

·       Sustainability: Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.

·       DEI: Participate in multiple DE&I groups for open involvement (e.g., Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, Women@Finastra).

·       Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.

·       Recognition: Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.

*Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique, bringing their own ideas, thoughts, cultural beliefs, backgrounds, and experiences together. We learn from one another, embrace and celebrate our differences, and create an environment where everyone feels safe to be themselves.

Be unique, be exceptional, and help us make a difference at Finastra!