Enterprise Architect - Stablecoins Infrastructure & System Integration

*Hybrid Contract Opportunity*

Lighthouse Technology Services is partnering with our client to fill their Enterprise Architect - Stablecoins Infrastructure & System Integration position! This is a 6+ month contract opportunity based in Buffalo, NY. Local candidates preferred. This role will be a W2 employee of Lighthouse Technology Services.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a visionary Enterprise Architect to lead the design, implementation, and integration of stablecoin infrastructure within our financial organization. This role requires deep expertise in blockchain technology, financial systems, and enterprise-scale architecture to ensure seamless integration of stablecoin solutions with existing platforms (e.g., core banking, payment gateways, compliance tools). You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including business stakeholders, technology teams, and external partners to design and deploy a robust, secure, scalable, and regulatory-compliant stablecoins ecosystem that supports the organization s strategic objectives.

What You'll Be Doing:

Develop and refine the roadmap for stablecoin/cryptocurrency interoperability model, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements.

Design end-to-end architecture blueprints for stablecoin issuance, transaction processing, and wallet management with a focus on scalability, security, and interoperability.

Collaborate with product, engineering, compliance, and operations teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications.

Provide technical leadership in blockchain protocols (e.g., Ethereum), cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure), APIs, and databases.

Design integration strategies for legacy financial systems (e.g., SWIFT, core banking platforms) and third-party services (KYC/AML providers, custodians).

Embed regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, FATF Travel Rule) into system design and conduct risk assessments.

Guide implementation teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.

Serve as a trusted advisor to management, offering expert insights to support decision-making.

Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Evaluate emerging technologies (DeFi, CBDCs) to enhance platform capabilities and user experience.

What You'll Need to Have:

Bachelor s/Master s in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Certifications: TOGAF, AWS/Azure Solutions Architect, Certified Blockchain Architect.

8+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, with 3+ years in blockchain/fintech.

Strong expertise in system design, integration, and implementation across multiple technology domains.

Proficiency in cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP), containerization (Kubernetes), and DevOps practices.

Deep understanding of blockchain platforms, smart contracts, and consensus mechanisms.

Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman).

Cloud-native development (microservices, Kubernetes).

Strong skills in API design (REST) and integration tools (ETL).

Experience in stakeholder communication (technical and non-technical audiences).

Leadership in Agile/DevOps environments.

Proficiency in project management tools like Jira; familiarity with SDLC and CI/CD pipelines.

Advanced understanding of financial systems, payment networks (ACH), liquidity management, and settlement processes.

Knowledge of global regulatory landscapes (MiCA, NYDFS) and compliance tools (e.g., Chainalysis).

Strong security knowledge (Cryptography, HSMs, penetration testing).

Pay Range: $60-$75/hr +

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