Senior Solutions Architect - Banking (Remote)

HB001 Hancock Whitney Bank; New Orleans (LA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hancock Whitney Corp. in New Orleans seeks a skilled Solutions Architect to lead the design and delivery of digital banking solutions.

You will translate business requirements into scalable, secure architectures while collaborating with product managers, engineers, and leaders to deliver exceptional customer experiences across digital banking channels. The role emphasizes governance, integration, and technology leadership within a financial services environment, with potential for

Qualifications

• College degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in application analysis, systems development, or design.
• Experience with architectural development and governance in financial services.

Responsibilities

• Define end-to-end architecture for digital banking platforms, incl. mobile apps and online portals.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Lead technology selection, tooling, and framework decisions.
• Design integration strategies for core banking systems and third‑party APIs.
• Ensure compliance with security, regulatory, and data privacy requirements (PCI DSS, GDPR).
• Provide guidance and senior-level expertise across teams.

Skills

Banking domain knowledge

Architecture design

Stakeholder collaboration

Technical leadership

Project management

Security/compliance

Microsoft Office

Writing & presenting

Analytical thinking

Education

College degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

IBM mainframe

Unix

Windows

DBMS

APIs

Job description

JOB FUNCTION / SUMMARY

Banking experience is highly preferred. The Solutions Architect will lead the design and delivery of cutting‑edge digital banking solutions. This role involves translating business requirements into scalable, secure, and innovative technology architectures. As a key member of the technology team, this person will work closely with stakeholders, including product managers, engineers, and business leaders, to deliver exceptional customer experiences in the digital banking space.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. 1. Solution Design:
   • Define and document end-to-end architecture for digital banking platforms, including mobile banking apps, online banking portals, and backend services.
   • Ensure solutions align with business goals, compliance standards, and industry best practices.
2. 2. Stakeholder Collaboration:
   • Partner with business leaders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
   • Act as a trusted advisor to clients and internal teams on architectural decisions and technology strategy.
3. 3. Technology Leadership:
   • Evaluate emerging technologies and provide recommendations to improve the scalability, performance, and security of digital banking solutions.
   • Lead the selection of tools, platforms, and frameworks.
4. 4. Integration Strategy:
   • Design integration strategies for core banking systems, payment gateways, identity management solutions, and third‑party APIs.
   • Ensure seamless integration across channels to enhance customer experience.
5. 5. Governance and Standards:
   • Define architectural principles, design patterns, and coding standards.
   • Monitor compliance with security, regulatory, and data privacy requirements (e.g., PCI DSS, GDPR).
6. 6. Secondary Duties:
   • May be asked to work some weekends and/or holidays.
   • May be asked to participate in other activities within the organization not related to department.
   • Builds and maintains relationships with technology vendors.
   • Performs project management and participates in strategic planning.
   • Provides guidance and acts as subject matter expert to lesser experienced technology roles.
   • Performs all other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Plans, schedules, assigns, monitors and directs activities of team members on technical and operations projects as needed.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

College degree in Computer Sciences or a related field and at least five years of developed expertise in application analysis, systems development, systems design or an equivalent combination of education and experience 5 years of experience with major technology platforms and variety of technologies (for example IBM mainframe/Unix/Windows, DBMS, programming environments, etc.) including strong experience in software development and design techniques Experience with operational/technology strategic and architecture development, preferably within a financial services organization Working knowledge of project management and development approaches Strong working knowledge of the banking industry Strong technical skills with key support applications, (i.e., Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Visio) Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Must be able to establish and maintain a high level of credibility with all levels of internal and external customers. Superior presentation skills. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including: Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Visio, Project, and Outlook. To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of banking industry processes and the types of systems used to support those processes across the Enterprise.

ESSENTIAL MENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines Ability to operate related equipment to perform the essential job functions Ability to read and interpret a document if required to perform the essential job functions Ability to travel if required to perform the essential job functions Ability to lift/move/carry approximately 10 pounds if required to perform the essential job functions. If the employee is unable to lift/move/carry this weight and can be accommodated without causing the department/division an “undue hardship” then the employee must be accommodated; hence omitting lifting/moving/carrying as a physical requirement.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious beliefs, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, physical or mental disability or history of disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, disabled veteran, or other protected characteristics as required by federal, state and local laws.

When you choose a career with Hancock Whitney (Nasdaq: HWC), we pledge a heartfelt promise: You can grow. You have a voice. You are important. You also share in a rich regional heritage and embrace core values—timeless ideals vital to our culture since the 1800s that inspire how we serve clients, communities, and each other: Honor & Integrity, Strength & Stability, Commitment to Service, Teamwork, and Personal Responsibility. A fast‑growing organization consistently rated among America’s strongest, safest financial services institutions, our company is based in Gulfport, Mississippi. Our bank and subsidiaries provide contemporary, comprehensive consumer, commercial, and wealth financial products and services at regional headquarters and 200-plus financial centers across a vibrant Southeast corridor including Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Texas. Each day, our nearly 4,000 associates carry on a mission to help people achieve their financial goals and dreams. We come to work to create opportunities for the people we serve in the communities we call home. Together, we continue building a company solidly focused on being better, going beyond, and doing more to secure success for the people and businesses depending on us. Let our legacy lead to your future. Learn more at hancockwhitney.com/ourstory