Technical / Solution Architect SME

Key Responsibilities:

•              Technology Delivery Oversight: Lead the end-to-end delivery of FCRM technology solutions, ensuring high-quality execution from planning to deployment.

•              Project & Program Management: Manage technical project timelines, scope, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business priorities and regulatory requirements.

•              Agile Execution: Implement and refine Agile methodologies (Scrum, SAFe) to enhance software development efficiency and ensure continuous delivery.

•              Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, engineers, business analysts, and compliance teams to align technical execution with product strategy.

•              Risk & Issue Management: Identify potential risks and challenges in solution delivery and proactively implement mitigation strategies to ensure smooth execution.

•              Stakeholder Communication: Act as a key liaison between technology teams, business stakeholders, and leadership to provide clear updates on project progress and risks.

•              Performance Monitoring: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to software development, system performance, and compliance adherence.

•              Technology Strategy Alignment: Ensure the adoption of modern technology stacks, cloud-based architectures, and best practices in FCC solution development.

•              Regulatory Compliance & Security: Work with compliance teams to ensure all technical solutions align with industry regulations (e.g., BSA, AMLD, OFAC, FATF, FinCEN).

Skills and Qualifications:

•              Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.

•              Experience: 7+ years of experience in technology delivery, software development, or IT project management, with at least 3 years leading FCC-related technology initiatives.

•              Technical & Compliance Knowledge:

o             Strong understanding of financial crime risk management, AML solutions, and transaction monitoring platforms.

o             Experience working with regulatory frameworks such as BSA, AMLD, KYC, and sanctions compliance.

o             Knowledge of cloud-based FCC solutions and API-driven integrations.

•              Agile & DevOps Expertise:

o             Hands-on experience with Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and CI/CD pipelines.

o             Strong understanding of DevOps practices, automation, and cloud deployment strategies.

•              Leadership & Communication Skills:

o             Proven experience leading technical teams, mentoring engineers, and managing cross-functional stakeholders.

o             Ability to translate complex technical concepts into business-friendly language for non-technical stakeholders.

•              Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking: Strong ability to analyze system challenges, propose innovative solutions, and drive technology advancements.

Preferred Qualifications:

•              Certifications: PMP, SAFe Agilist, AWS/Azure Cloud Certification, or relevant financial crime compliance certifications (e.g., ACAMS).

•              Technical Proficiency:

o             Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) for deploying FCC solutions.

o             Familiarity with data analytics and machine learning technologies used in fraud detection and risk scoring.

o             Hands-on experience with API development, microservices architecture, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

•              Experience in Financial Institutions: Prior experience working in banking, fintech, or regulatory technology (RegTech) firms.