Solutions Architect
Job description
Solutions Architect at Thought Machine.
About the role
Thought Machine is seeking a Solutions Architect to join its Expert Services team and play a pivotal role in the global transformation of the banking industry. This role owns the responsibility of enabling financial institutions to successfully modernize their core banking and payments infrastructure by leveraging the Vault platform. The hire will act as a trusted advisor, shaping technical conversations and defining the future state of client systems through expert consultation. A primary focus will be on designing and articulating robust, cloud-native architectures that replace legacy technology with scalable and resilient solutions. The position demands a proactive mindset, where the individual operates with significant autonomy to engage clients and drive complex programs forward. Success in this role will be measured by the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear strategies for senior stakeholders. Ultimately, the Architect will ensure that Thought Machine's technology vision is delivered with excellence and aligns with the strategic goals of the world's most innovative banks.
Key facts
What you'll do
Present Vault architecture and best practices to senior client stakeholders during pre-sales engagements and delivery.
Interact with senior stakeholders across client organisations in both delivery and pre-sales, leveraging a broad consulting skillset.
Work with banks to define target architectures and transition states for Vault implementations and migrations, ensuring the application of best practice.
Design end-to-end solutions for core banking replacement initiatives, with the Vault product suite as the central component.
Create and utilize AI agents to accelerate the delivery of architectural deliverables, and enable clients to take advantage of the same assets.
Maintain an advanced level of understanding of the Vault platform and its future direction, providing a thorough overview to clients.
Act as a self-sufficient consultant, often engaging with clients individually without continuous team support.
Deliver training to client teams on Vault functionality and architecture.
Create and maintain client-facing collateral on architectural topics.
Interface with the Thought Machine product function to feedback necessary product features that allow clients to realise value, influencing the product roadmap.
Evaluate and assess existing client environments to identify risks, dependencies, and opportunities for optimization within migration strategies.
Develop detailed technical proposals and responses to security questionnaires, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and compliance requirements.
Champion the adoption of cloud-native patterns such as event-based architecture and CQRS to maximize the benefits of the Vault platform.
Collaborate with delivery managers to resource plan and scope technical engagements, ensuring successful and timely client outcomes.
Contribute to the development of internal tools and frameworks that enhance the efficiency of the Expert Services team.
Requirements
Experience designing enterprise architectures for large financial service institutions.
Domain knowledge in banking, ideally core banking or payments, with an understanding of the business drivers and regulatory context influencing large-scale transformation programmes.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Strong technical background, with good practical knowledge of established architectural patterns such as event-based architecture, CQRS, and process orchestration.
Expert knowledge of cloud technologies and architectures, including emerging approaches for achieving high availability and disaster recovery (e.g., running systems across multi-availability zones and regions).
Strong client-facing skills with the ability to communicate and defend a technical position to a mixed and potentially senior audience (enterprise architects, engineers, and business stakeholders).
Good understanding of the business context, regulatory environment, and motivations for banking transformations, informing advice with banking domain knowledge and understanding of transformation execution.
Proficiency in utilizing and integrating with various API-driven services within a cloud-native environment.
Commitment to adhering to strict security and compliance standards required by global financial regulators.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent engagements and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Capability to travel internationally and work remotely with distributed teams across different time zones.
Willingness to continuously learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies in the rapidly evolving fintech landscape.
Demonstrated ability to mentor junior team members and foster a collaborative working environment.
Nice to have
Experience creating AI agents to accelerate delivery and improve efficiency.
Some experience of large-scale migration programmes, particularly core banking migrations.
Spanish language skills.
Practical notes
This role may require travel.
Visa sponsorship may be considered for eligible candidates.
Benefits
Highly competitive salary
Healthcare, vision and dental
25 days holiday
Unlimited paid safe and sick time
401K matching (up to 7%)
$750 per year flexible spend benefit
Share options
Commuter Pass
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Paid parental leave
Paid time off for volunteering
Gym membership contribution
On-site social events
Performance bonuses
Relocation assistance
Learning and development budget
Access to mental health resources
Discounted banking products
Opportunity for career progression into leadership roles
Regular performance reviews
Collaborative and inclusive work environment
Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
Exposure to high-profile clients and projects
Champions diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace
Encouragement of work-life balance
Opportunity to make a significant impact on the global banking sector
Participation in product advisory sessions
Eligibility for annual bonuses
Structured onboarding program
Mentorship from industry experts
Access to premium development resources
Opportunity to work on award-winning fintech products
Regular team building activities
Opportunity to attend industry conferences and events
Professional certification support
Flexible working arrangements
Comprehensive leave policies
Opportunity to join employee resource groups
Access to wellness programs
Incentives for continuous learning
Opportunity to work with leading financial institutions
Support for remote working arrangements
Regular updates on company performance and financial health
Opportunity to contribute to open source projects
Access to executive coaching
Opportunity to lead cross-functional initiatives
Exposure to global regulatory landscapes
Opportunity to shape the future of financial services
Participation in hackathons and innovation challenges
Access to a diverse and talented workforce
Opportunity to develop strategic partnerships
Exposure to global market trends
Opportunity to influence product strategy and direction
Regular feedback sessions
Opportunity to work on scalable and impactful solutions
Access to a dynamic and fast-paced work environment
Opportunity to drive organizational change
Exposure to strategic planning processes
Opportunity to build long-term client relationships
Opportunity to work on transformative technology solutions
Access to a global network of professionals
Opportunity to contribute to company growth and success
Exposure to advanced data analytics and reporting tools
Opportunity to work on projects with measurable business impact
Access to a comprehensive benefits package
Opportunity to develop leadership and management skills
Exposure to best practices in fintech innovation
Opportunity to work on projects that drive financial inclusion
Access to a supportive and collaborative team environment
Opportunity to contribute to the company's mission and values
Exposure to the latest technological advancements in banking
Opportunity to work on projects that improve financial outcomes
Access to a structured career development path
Opportunity to engage with industry thought leaders
Opportunity to contribute to the success of clients worldwide
Exposure to a diverse range of banking challenges
Opportunity to work on projects that require creative problem-solving
Access to a platform for professional growth and development
Opportunity to work on projects that enhance financial security
Opportunity to contribute to the sustainability of banking systems
Access to a robust professional network within the fintech industry
Opportunity to work on projects that require a high level of precision and accuracy
Opportunity to contribute to the evolution of banking technology
Access to a supportive leadership team
Opportunity to work on projects that require collaboration across disciplines
Opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction of the company
Exposure to a wide range of banking technologies and systems
Opportunity to work on projects that require a deep understanding of financial markets
Access to a platform for innovation and creativity
Opportunity to contribute to the development of new financial products
Opportunity to work on projects that require a strong analytical mindset
Access to a supportive and inclusive work culture
Opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of the company
Exposure to a wide range of professional development opportunities
Opportunity to work on projects that require a high level of accountability
Access to a platform for career advancement and progression
Opportunity to contribute to the success of the banking sector
Exposure to a diverse range of professional experiences
Opportunity to work on projects that require a strong commitment to excellence
Access to a supportive and dynamic work environment
Opportunity to contribute to the future of banking technology
Exposure to a wide range of banking challenges and opportunities
Opportunity to work on projects that require a high level of innovation
Access to a platform for professional growth and impact
Opportunity to contribute to the transformation of the banking industry
Exposure to a diverse range of banking technologies and systems
Opportunity to work on projects that require a deep understanding of technology and business
Access to a supportive and collaborative team environment
Opportunity to contribute to the success of clients and the company
Exposure to a wide range of professional challenges and opportunities
Opportunity to work on projects that require a high level of creativity and innovation
Access to a platform for continuous learning and development
Opportunity to contribute to the future direction of Thought Machine
Exposure to a diverse range of banking domains and regulatory environments
Opportunity to work on projects that require a strong understanding of cloud technologies
Access to a supportive and inclusive team culture
Opportunity to contribute to the success of the company and its clients
Exposure to a wide range of professional growth opportunities
Opportunity to work on projects that require a high level of diligence and attention to detail
Access to a platform for career development and advancement
Opportunity to contribute to the transformation of financial services
Exposure to a diverse range of banking systems and infrastructures
Opportunity to work on projects that require a deep understanding of financial regulations
Access to a supportive and dynamic professional environment
Opportunity to contribute to the success of the global banking sector
Exposure to a wide range of banking technologies and innovations
Opportunity to work on projects that require a high level of strategic th