Solution Architect FX for the Trading Technology Area | SEB, Solna

SEB group; Solna kommun; Hybrid; SEK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive training and learning opportunities

Attractive compensation and benefits

Access to exclusive staff banking benefits

Opportunities to transform the industry

Agile and modern work environment

Job summary

SEB group in Solna kommun seeks a Solution Architect to strengthen their FX market position. You will evolve the FX architecture aligning with business objectives, focusing on Cloud, AI/Data, and Security.

The ideal candidate possesses a strong developer background, proven experience in technology transformations, and the ability to engage stakeholders. SEB offers extensive training, attractive compensation, and a diverse work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong developer background with system design experience.
• Proven ability to drive large-scale technology transformations.
• Experience in cyber security and financial markets is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive the architectural agenda for FX.
• Evolve the architecture in line with business objectives.
• Shape the strategic agenda for the application portfolio.

Skills

System design and building

Driving technology transformations

APIs and modular architecture

Collaboration and influencing

Financial market regulations

Cybersecurity experience

Fluency in English

Job description

Do you want to be part of strengthening SEB's market position in FX? We're currently looking for a Solution Architect to join our team.

SEB is more than just a bank with an IT function. We are a progressive tech company powered by innovation and fueled by collaboration. From Java to AI and everything in between, we offer an impressive tech stack and several technology paths. Together we're innovating for a sustainable society and building the tech arena of the future, a welcoming space for everyone. Are you ready to take on a new challenge? If so, you'll be interested in this opportunity!

About the role

As a Solution Architect within Trading, you will be part of a team accountable for driving the architectural agenda for FX. Your responsibility will be to evolve the architecture in line with the business objectives for FX, with a strong focus on Cloud, AI/Data, API and Security. You will help shape the strategic agenda for the application portfolio, design solutions, provide solution alternatives, and detail roadmaps towards the target architecture.

We are looking for a Solution Architect with a solid developer background, who can combine hands‑on technical depth with leadership abilities and strong collaboration skills. You are expected to have been part of technology transformation journeys, including modernizing existing IT landscapes as well as major system replacements.

The architecture team within Trading consists of Solution Architects led by a Domain Architect. Together we combine deep technical skills with strong business knowledge. We believe in teamwork, learning from each other, and building solutions together.

You will also be part of the FX Tribe, which includes teams from Trading Technology and Trading Services, all working closely together to support the FX business.

Qualifications

• A strong developer background with experience in designing and building systems
• Experience in designing architectures that integrate diverse technologies and platforms
• Proven ability to drive and contribute to large‑scale technology transformations, both modernization of existing platforms and full‑scale system replacements
• Broad interest in various architecture domains, including business, application, information, and technology
• Experience with APIs, modular architecture, test‑driven development, and data‑centric designs
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to influence, engage, and guide both business, IT stakeholders and tech leads
• Experience with regulations and directives relevant to financial markets
• Proactive and strategic mindset, with the ability to translate vision into actionable roadmaps
• Experience in cyber security and security architecture is merited
• Experience from the financial industry, particularly capital markets, is a strong plus. If not, a strong interest in learning about financial instruments is expected
• Fluency in English

Application Requirements

• Your experience in designing and building systems
• Your role in large‑scale technology transformations
• Your collaboration skills

What we offer

• Extensive training and learning opportunities
• Attractive compensation and benefits
• Access to SEB staff banking with exclusive benefits
• Opportunities to help transform an industry
• Chances to make an impact on social or environmental issues
• Agile and modern ways of working
• Deliver world‑class service to customers

EEO Statement

Do you want to be part of SEB? It is our fundamental belief that inclusion and diversity is crucial for our future success. We strive to have an inclusive, value‑driven culture where employees feel valued, respected, and involved irrespective of who they are, what they believe or where they come from.

SEB Sweden has a redeployment responsibility, which might cover this position by internal redeployment.

Please be aware that our final candidates undergo background checks, a process that includes identity control, verification of qualifications, credit checks, company engagements, and criminal record checks. In some cases, we also apply random drug checks. During employment, employees within SEB can also expect to undergo recurring background checks.