Core Banking Sol Architect-Equation

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning:
Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture framework and strategy in alignment with business goals.
Evaluate current IT infrastructure and propose improvements or changes to support business objectives.
Architecture Design:
Design and implement enterprise-wide architecture solutions that integrate applications, data, and infrastructure.
Create architectural models and documentation that illustrate the design and structure of systems and applications.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
Work closely with business leaders, IT teams, and other stakeholders to understand their requirements and challenges.
Facilitate communication and collaboration between different departments to ensure architectural solutions meet organizational needs.
Governance and Compliance:
Establish architectural standards, guidelines, and best practices to ensure consistency and quality across IT projects.
Monitor and ensure compliance with industry regulations and organizational policies.
Technology Evaluation:
Assess emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend innovative solutions and improvements.
Evaluate and select technology vendors and solutions that align with the enterprise architecture.
Risk Management:
Identify and mitigate potential risks related to technology and architecture.
Develop contingency plans and strategies to address potential issues or disruptions.
Documentation and Reporting:
Maintain comprehensive documentation of architectural designs, decisions, and processes.
Prepare and present reports on architectural projects, performance, and progress to senior management.
Continuous Improvement:
Promote a culture of continuous improvement by evaluating and refining architecture practices and processes.
Lead or participate in training sessions and workshops to enhance architectural knowledge and skills within the organization.
Qualifications:

Experience: Experiences in IT architecture, including experience in designing and implementing enterprise-wide solutions.
Skills:
Strong understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks, methodologies, and best practices.
Proficiency in designing and integrating complex IT systems and solutions.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to analyse complex problems and develop effective solutions.
Experience with IT governance, risk management, and compliance.
Technical Knowledge:
Must have worked with AS400 systems. Core Banking application Equation is good to have.
Familiarity with various technology domains, including cloud computing, data management, network architecture, and application development.
Experience with enterprise architecture tools and modelling languages (e.g., UML, ArchiMate)