FS Technology Consulting – Senior Solution Architect – Senior Manager/Director – Dublin
Location: Dublin
VISA Sponsorship: Yes
Business Area: Technology Strategy Transformation
Contract Type: Full Time – Permanent
Key Responsibilities
- Craft Strategic Architectural Visions: Develop and refine the overarching technology architecture strategy to support clients’ financial services business goals and digital transformation initiatives.
- Design Cutting-Edge Solutions: Architect scalable, secure, and resilient solutions that address complex business challenges and deliver value to clients.
- Facilitate Stakeholder Collaboration: Engage with business leaders, IT experts, and third‑party vendors to ensure a shared understanding and alignment of technology solutions with business objectives.
- Lead Technology Selection: Assess emerging technologies and recommend solutions that enhance service offerings and operational efficiency.
- Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Guarantee that all architectural designs adhere to financial regulations, security standards, and data protection laws.
- Support Project Execution: Provide technical leadership across projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality outcomes.
- Manage Risks Proactively: Identify and mitigate potential risks within the technology landscape to maintain system integrity and reliability.
- Drive Performance Improvements: Analyse current systems and processes to recommend enhancements that optimize performance and user experience.
- Mentor and Develop Talent: Lead and nurture a team of architects and engineers, promoting a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
- Champion Innovation: Stay at the forefront of FinTech advancements to integrate innovative solutions that keep the firm ahead in a competitive market.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of solution architecture experience, preferably within the financial services industry, with a track record of successful project delivery.
- Proficiency in modern technologies and architectural patterns.
- Familiarity with cloud services, cybersecurity, and infrastructure.
- Deep understanding of financial services operations, regulatory requirements, and emerging FinTech trends.
- Excellent communication skills to interact with stakeholders at all levels and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to address technical challenges and provide innovative solutions.
- Strategic mindset to align technology solutions with business goals and drive continuous improvement.
- Experience working with the Agile methodology.
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant professional certifications (e.g., TOGAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect).
- Familiarity with Agile, DevOps practices, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Experience working with international teams and navigating cultural differences.
- Experience negotiating with and managing third‑party vendors and service providers.
- Ability to work across various domains and systems, and willingness to learn new technologies as needed.
Desired Attributes
- Passion for reaching one’s full potential and excelling in a career.
- Energised by solving complex problems and embracing variety in day‑to‑day work.
- Commitment to integrity, respect, teamwork, and inclusiveness.
Benefits
- Pension
- Discounted Health Insurance
- Web Doctor – free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family
- Purchase of additional annual leave
- Hybrid Working
- Free Gym Membership
- Travel Pass
- Maternity & Paternity Leave
- Bike to Work Scheme
- Recognition Awards
- Cash incentives for referrals
- Work Mobile
- Tech MBA paid by EY
- Wellness rooms available in some offices
Career Progression
- Continuous learning opportunities from day one.
- Support to customise your career journey and build a meaningful impact.
- Transformative leadership coaching and confidence building.
- Embraced diversity and inclusive culture that empowers you.
- Hybrid working adds flexibility and autonomy to your role.
As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.