Director -Technical Architect Advisory Services

Moody's Investors Service; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly experienced Technical Architect to lead the design and development of innovative solutions. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable and secure architectures for enterprise-level applications. You will stay abreast of emerging technologies and provide technical guidance to ensure high-quality systems. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence strategic goals while fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. Join a dynamic team that values diverse perspectives and invests in every relationship.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in software engineering and technology leadership.
• Proven track record in designing scalable technical architectures.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement scalable architectures for enterprise applications.
• Mentor development teams and ensure compliance with architectural standards.

Skills

Software Engineering Principles

Java

Python

C#

Cloud Platforms

Docker

Kubernetes

Microservices Architecture

API Design

DevOps Practices

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Master’s Degree in Software Engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

CI/CD Pipelines

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Job description

Location(s):

• Minster Building, 21 Mincing Lane, 2nd Floor, London, EC3R 7AG, GB

Line Of Business: Insurance(INSURANCE)

Job Category:

• Product Development

Experience Level: Experienced Hire

At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today’s risks into tomorrow’s opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are - with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways.

If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity.

Job Overview:

Company Overview: Moody's Corporation is a premier global provider of credit ratings, research, tools, and analysis that contribute to transparent and integrated financial markets. Our mission is to provide trusted insights and standards that help decision-makers act with confidence.

We are seeking a highly experienced Technical Architect with a proven track record of 15+ years in software engineering and technology leadership. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and implementing robust, scalable, and innovative solutions that align with our strategic goals. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality systems while maintaining technical excellence and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Architectural Design & Development:
   • Define, design, and implement scalable and secure technical architectures for enterprise-level applications and systems.
   • Oversee the integration of complex software systems across various platforms and technologies.
2. Technology Leadership:
   • Stay updated with emerging technologies, frameworks, and tools to ensure the adoption of best practices.
   • Provide technical guidance to development teams and ensure compliance with architectural standards.
3. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:
   • Work closely with product managers, business analysts, and stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical requirements.
   • Communicate technical strategies effectively to non-technical stakeholders.
4. Code and System Reviews:
   • Conduct detailed reviews of codebases, system designs, and architectures to ensure alignment with standards, scalability, and performance goals.
5. Team Mentorship:
   • Mentor and coach development teams, fostering skill enhancement and knowledge sharing across the organization.
   • Lead efforts to standardize development processes, methodologies, and tools.
6. Problem Solving:
   • Identify, assess, and resolve technical risks and challenges during project lifecycles.
   • Develop proof-of-concepts (POCs) and prototypes for proposed solutions.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong expertise in software engineering principles, design patterns, and best practices.
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#, or others) and frameworks.
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Hands-on experience in microservices architecture, API design, and distributed systems.
• Deep understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code (IaC).
• Familiarity with data architecture, databases (SQL/NoSQL), and big data technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal abilities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years in a technical architect role.

Relevant certifications in cloud technologies, architecture, or project management are a plus (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect, TOGAF, PMP).

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Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Candidates for Moody's Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody’s Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.