Prin. Solutions Architect I, Invest Tech

Invesco, Ltd.; Hyderabad; Hybrid; INR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Hybrid work

30 days annual leave

Job summary

Invesco seeks a Senior Principal Solution Architect to lead design and review of our cloud applications and data platforms. You will influence architecture decisions, mentor engineers, and drive best practices across a global Investments Technology team.

You will champion modern cloud design, reduce technical debt, ensure security and scalability, and collaborate in an Agile setting to deliver high-impact data and front/middle-office solutions.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of IT consulting or related field.
• 5+ years migrating/architecting cloud solutions.
• 3+ years in CI/CD, Git, Docker, Kubernetes.
• Experience in multi-cloud environments.
• Knowledge of the Financial Services industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop forward-thinking strategies to reduce technical debt.
• Research, design, test, and evaluate new technologies, platforms, and 3rd-party products.
• Participate in deep architectural discussions to influence decisions.
• Ensure architecture standards by performing peer reviews and evaluating security and scalability.
• Mentor engineers and participate in agile ceremonies.

Skills

Solution architecture

Cloud migration

CI/CD pipelines

AWS

Snowflake

Multi-cloud

Team leadership

Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE

Tools

Git

Bitbucket

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About InvescoAs one of the world’s leading independent global investment firms, Invesco is dedicated to rethinking possibilities for our clients. By delivering the combined power of our distinctive investment management capabilities, we provide a wide range of investment strategies and vehicles to our clients around the world. If you're looking for challenging work, intelligent colleagues, and exposure across a global footprint, come explore your potential at Invesco.What's in it for you?As an organization we support personal needs, diverse backgrounds and provide internal networks, as well as opportunities to get involved in the community and in the world.Our benefit policy includes but not limited to:Competitive CompensationFlexible, Hybrid Work30 days’ Annual Leave + Public HolidaysLife InsuranceRetirement PlanningGroup Personal Accident InsuranceMedical Insurance for Employee and FamilyAnnual Health Check-up26 weeks Maternity LeavePaternal LeaveAdoption LeaveNear site Childcare FacilityEmployee Assistance ProgramStudy SupportEmployee Stock Purchase PlanESG Commitments and GoalsBusiness Resource GroupsCareer Development ProgramsMentoring ProgramsInvesco CaresJob DescriptionWho we areWith over $2.6 trillion of assets under management, Invesco is one of the world’s leading global investment management firms, headquartered in Atlanta, GA. Spreading across 26 countries and with over 8400 dedicated employees, we are driven by trust and care. As one of the world’s leading asset managers, we are solely dedicated to delivering an investment experience that helps people get more out of life. If you are looking for challenging work, thoughtful colleagues, and a global employer with social values, explore your potential at Invesco.Your TeamThe Performance Measurement Squad, Investments Technology team is responsible for the design, development, and support of custom built applications and integrations involving 3rd party/vendor products. Our portfolio includes a suite of solutions for Middle/Back Office and Front Office teams. We are a Data Engineering team with expertise in architecture design, data management and CI/CD. We operate in an Agile/Scrum environment and embrace the frequent pivoting that comes with shipping a best-in class experience.Your RoleWe are looking for a self-motivated Prin. Solution Architect with a strong understanding of modern approaches for implementing technology solutions to provide technical leadership in our cloud application design. You will lead designing and reviewing all aspect of our technology ecosystem, and directly influence key architecture decisions. The ideal candidate will have a knack for simplifying complexity, demonstrates rigor, discipline, and transparency in decision making.You Will Be Responsible For:• Develop forward thinking strategies, processes, and best practices to reduce technical debt, improve data quality and increase observability and reliability• Research, design, test, and evaluate new technologies, platforms, and 3rd-party products• Participate in deep architectural discussions to build confidence, influence decision making for both within and outside the team• Ensure architecture standards by performing peer code reviews, analyzing performance, and evaluating security and scalability of code• Mentor our engineers, leaders, and lead by example• Participating in agile ceremonies (e.g., daily standup, release and sprint planning, demos, scrum of scrums)The Experience You Bring• At least 12 years of experience in IT consulting or a related field with a strong focus on conceptualizing solution architecture• 5+ years in migrating/developing/architecting solutions in Cloud. Snowflake, AWS is preferred• 3+ years in CI/CD pipelines and related stack - Git, Bitbucket, Docker, Kubernetes• Experience in multi-cloud environments and in-depth understanding of IaaS, PaaS and SaaS solutions.• Experience working in an Agile team and environment• Technology Support Operations exposure is a plusAcademic requirements• A bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience• Knowledge of the Financial Services industry a plusWhy InvescoIn Invesco, we do meaningful work to create impact for our stakeholders. We believe our culture is stronger when we all feel we belong, and we respect each other’s identities, lives, health, and well-being. We come together to create better solutions for our clients, our business and each other by building on different voices and perspectives. We support and inspire each other to ensure our significant growth, both personally and professionally.We trust in diverse, inclusive, and accommodative workplace where everyone feels equally valued, and this starts at the top with our senior leaders having diversity and inclusion goals. Our global focus on diversity and inclusion has grown exponentially and we support connection and community through our many employee-led Business Resource Groups (BRGs).What’s in it for you?As an organization we support personal needs, diverse backgrounds and provide internal networks, as well as opportunities to get involved in the community and in the world.Our benefit policy includes but not limited to:Competitive CompensationFlexible, Hybrid Work30 days’ Annual Leave + Public HolidaysLife InsuranceRetirement PlanningGroup Personal Accident InsuranceIn Invesco, we offer development opportunities that help you thrive as a lifelong learner in a constantly evolving business environment and ensure your constant growth. Our AI enabled learning platform delivers curated content based on your role and interest. We ensure our manager and leaders also have many opportunities to advance their skills and competencies that becomes pivotal in their continuous pursuit of performance excellence.To know more about usAbout Invesco: https://www.invesco.com/corporate/en/home.htmlAbout our Culture: https://www.invesco.com/corporate/en/about-us/our-culture.htmlAbout our D&I policy: https://www.invesco.com/corporate/en/our-commitments/diversity-and-inclusion.htmlAbout our CR program: https://www.invesco.com/corporate/en/our-commitments/corporate-responsibility.htmlApply for the role @ Invesco Careers: https://careers.invesco.com/india/Full Time / Part TimeFull timeWorker TypeEmployeeJob Exempt (Yes / No)YesWorkplace ModelAt Invesco, our workplace model supports our culture and meets the needs of our clients while providing flexibility our employees value. As a full-time employee, compliance with the workplace policy means working with your direct manager to create a schedule where you will work in your designated office at least four days a week, with one day working outside an Invesco office.Grow Your Career with UsBuild the skills and experiences that help you thrive in a constantly evolving business environment. Our AI-enabled learning platform provides personalized learning opportunities based on your role and interests, while development programs and leadership training help support continuous career growth.To know more about us:About Invesco: https://www.invesco.com/corporate/en/home.htmlAbout our Culture: https://www.invesco.com/corporate/en/about-us/our-culture.htmlAbout our D&I policy:https://www.invesco.com/corporate/en/our-commitments/diversity-and-inclusion.htmlAbout our CR program: https://www.invesco.com/corporate/en/our-commitments/corporate-responsibility.htmlApply for the role @ Invesco Careers: https://careers.invesco.com/india/