Job Description

About the Role
We are seeking a visionary Cloud Application Architect to design and build the next generation of our financial services platform. You will architect scalable, event-driven systems that power our digital transformation, focusing on cloud-native applications, API ecosystems, and seamless enterprise integration. This role sits at the intersection of technical excellence and business impact, requiring both deep technical expertise and strategic thinking.
Key Responsibilities
Cloud Architecture & Platform Design
Architect scalable, secure, and highly available cloud-native applications using modern technologies (Kubernetes, Docker, container orchestration)
Develop and maintain technical roadmaps, architecture blueprints, and design standards aligned with business objectives
Design solutions that balance performance, security, cost, and maintainability in cloud environments
API & Integration Architecture
Design and implement robust, consistent APIs using Kotlin/Java Spring Boot, following OpenAPI and JSON Schema standards
Create reusable API schemas and microservices patterns for platform-wide consistency
Architect secure integrations between new cloud applications and legacy enterprise systems
Implement event-driven architectures using messaging technologies (Google Pub/Sub, RabbitMQ, Artemis, Kafka)
Enterprise Platform Integration
Design solutions that integrate with core financial platforms (Salesforce Financial Services Cloud, CRM systems, Core Banking/Insurance platforms)
Develop strategies for data flow between cloud applications and enterprise data platforms
Ensure architectural alignment across business units and technology stacks
Technical Leadership & Collaboration
Collaborate with engineering teams to translate architectural designs into implementation plans
Partner with DevOps and SRE teams to establish deployment patterns and operational standards
Mentor senior developers on architectural principles and cloud-native patterns
Support testing strategies, validation processes, and deployment automation
Qualifications & Requirements
Required Experience
10+ years in software development with 5+ years in architecture roles
Proven track record designing and deploying cloud-native applications at scale
Extensive experience with enterprise platform integration in financial services or regulated industries
Strong background in API design and microservices architecture
Technical Expertise
Cloud Architecture:Expertise in designing for AWS, GCP, or Azure with containerization
Backend Development:Mastery of Kotlin/Java Spring Boot ecosystem
API Design:Deep experience with OpenAPI, REST, JSON Schema, and API governance
Messaging Systems:Hands-on with event-driven architectures (Google Pub/Sub, Kafka, RabbitMQ)
Data Design:Proficiency with relational and non-relational databases, schema design, query optimization
Financial Systems:Experience with Salesforce Financial Services Cloud or similar FinTech platforms
Preferred Qualifications
Cloud Architecture certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Architect, etc.)
Experience with infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
Knowledge of financial services compliance and security standards
Background in legacy system modernization and migration strategies
What You'll Bring
Strategic thinking with the ability to balance immediate needs with long-term vision
Exceptional communication skills to articulate technical concepts to diverse stakeholders
Problem-solving mindset focused on creating elegant, sustainable solutions
Leadership presence to influence technical direction without direct authority
Passion for mentoring and elevating the technical capabilities of teams
Why Join Us
Architect systems that directly impact financial services innovation
Work with modern cloud technologies and shape technical strategy
Collaborative environment with opportunities for technical leadership
Competitive compensation and benefits package

Skills Required