JAVA Architect with Banking Domain

We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

Our Challenge:

We are seeking a highly skilled Java Architect with extensive experience in the banking domain to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of banking systems, architecture principles, and Java technologies. This role involves designing and implementing scalable and efficient software solutions that meet the needs of our banking clients.

Additional Information:

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors.

In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Pittsburgh, PA or Dallas, TX is $125K-135K /year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

Architectural Design: Lead the architectural design of complex banking applications and ensure alignment with business objectives and technology standards.

Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams, ensuring best practices and coding standards are followed.

Requirements Analysis: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements, translating them into technical specifications and architecture designs.

Technology Evaluation: Assess and recommend new technologies and tools to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of banking applications.

Integration Solutions: Design and implement integration solutions between various banking systems, third-party services, and APIs.

Performance Optimization: Identify performance bottlenecks and implement improvements to ensure high availability and scalability of applications.

Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of architectural designs, processes, and standards.

Compliance & Security: Ensure all solutions comply with banking regulations and security standards, including data protection and privacy laws.

Project Management: Participate in project planning and estimation, providing input on timelines and resource allocation.

Requirements:

Education: Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master s degree preferred.

Experience:

Minimum 12+ years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in a Java Architect role.

Strong experience in the banking and financial services sector, with a deep understanding of banking processes and systems.

Technical Skills:

Expert in Java and related technologies (Spring, Hibernate, etc.).

Familiarity with microservices architecture and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.).

Proficient with Apache Kafka, including its architecture, ecosystem, and best practices for implementing event-driven solutions.

Proficient in database technologies (SQL, NoSQL, etc.) and data modeling.

Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD tools.

Soft Skills:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Proven leadership skills and a proactive approach to challenges.

Preferred, but not required:

Experience with Agile methodologies and frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).

Knowledge of regulatory frameworks relevant to banking (e.g., Basel III, GDPR).

Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript frameworks).

We offer:

A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.

A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.

10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).

Maternity & paternity leave plans.

A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).

Retirement savings plans.

A higher education certification policy.

Commuter benefits (varies by region).

Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.

On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.

Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.

Cutting edge projects at the world s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.

A flat and approachable organization.

A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

SYNECHRON S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative Same Difference is committed to fostering an inclusive culture promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.