Remote Banking Solutions Architect – Modernization Lead

Ensono; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 156,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited Paid Days Off

401k with company match

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Ensono is seeking a Banking Solution Architect to drive technology innovation for financial institution clients. You will contribute to pre-sales, define end-to-end solutions, and ensure regulatory alignment across mainframe and cloud environments.

The role requires extensive experience in solution architecture within banking, with strong communication to C-level stakeholders and cross-functional teams. Remote-friendly, with travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in solution architecture, with 5+ years in financial services or banking environments
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, TOGAF)
• Understanding of mainframe technologies and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• Strong knowledge of banking regulatory requirements (PCI-DSS, FDIC, SOX, etc.)
• Familiarity with cutting‑edge digital solutions for financial institutions
• Ability to align technical solutions with business objectives while maintaining compliance
• Effective collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams
• Comfortable engaging with C-suite stakeholders in banking organizations

Responsibilities

• Understand client needs deeply and tailor solutions accordingly
• Present Ensono’s Mainframe Modernization Service to banking clients
• Develop proof of concepts showing value across IT landscape with regulatory compliance
• Address client questions during proposals with banking/regulatory focus
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on multi-year transformation initiatives for banks
• Create reference architecture frameworks for financial institutions
• Foster executive relationships emphasizing client satisfaction and risk mitigation
• Provide fully costed solutions that meet regulatory requirements
• Communicate progress through presentations and discussions with stakeholders
• Maintain documentation on IT activities, roadmaps, and regulatory considerations

Skills

Solution architecture

Financial services banking

Mainframe modernization

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Regulatory compliance (PCI-DSS/FDIC/SO

Executive communication (C-level)

Cross-functional collaboration

Pre-sales / proposals

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field

Job description

Ensono is seeking a Banking Solution Architect to drive technology innovation for financial institution clients. You will contribute to pre-sales, define end-to-end solutions, and ensure regulatory alignment across mainframe and cloud environments.

The role requires extensive experience in solution architecture within banking, with strong communication to C-level stakeholders and cross-functional teams. Remote-friendly, with travel up to 25%.