Solution Architect – Home Lending Data Modernization & FR Y-14M

Synechron; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Global opportunities

Paid time off

Comprehensive insurance

Retirement savings

Udemy for Business access

Job summary

Synechron seeks a Solution Architect to lead the Home Lending Data Modernization program, building a scalable cloud-based data ecosystem on Google Cloud Platform with BigQuery for FR Y-14M regulatory reporting, analytics, and self-service data access.

You will define target-state architecture, drive cloud migration, and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and governance while reducing complexity and enabling traceability.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of Data, Integration, or Solution Architecture experience.
• Experience in large Banking/Financial Services organizations.
• Experience supporting FR Y-14M reporting environments.

Responsibilities

• Define and own end-to-end solution architecture for the Home Lending data ecosystem.
• Establish target-state cloud architecture supporting FR Y-14M reporting requirements.
• Design scalable and resilient GCP-based data platforms for regulatory, operational, and analytical workloads.
• Develop architectural roadmaps supporting modernization and legacy retirement initiatives.
• Lead architecture governance reviews and design approvals.

Skills

Data modeling

End-to-end solution design

Architecture governance

FR Y-14M knowledge

Mortgage/Home Lending domain

Python

PySpark

SQL

Spark

Regulatory Reporting

Tools

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

BigQuery

Cloud Storage

Pub/Sub

Dataflow

Dataproc

Cloud Composer

Job description

## Solution Architect – Home Lending Data Modernization & FR Y-14MApplylocations: Charlotte, NCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR1042524**We are**At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 17,000+, and has 58 offices in 22 countries within key global markets.**Our challenge**The Solution Architect will lead the architecture, design, and implementation of a strategic Home Lending Data Modernization Program focused on establishing a scalable cloud-based data ecosystem supporting FR Y-14M regulatory reporting, enterprise analytics, and self-service data consumption. This role is responsible for defining the target-state architecture, foundational Home Lending data model, cloud migration strategy, integration architecture, and governance framework while ensuring successful migration from legacy and non-strategic platforms. The Solution Architect will partner closely with Business, Regulatory Reporting, Data Engineering, Data Governance, Controls, Testing, and Product teams to deliver a modern Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and BigQuery-based ecosystem that improves data quality, reduces operational complexity, automates controls, and enhances regulatory data traceability.Additional Information\*The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Charlotte, NC is $120k - $125k/year & benefits (see below).**The Role****Responsibilities:*** Architecture Strategy & Solution Design* Define and own end-to-end solution architecture for the Home Lending data ecosystem.* Establish target-state cloud architecture supporting FR Y-14M reporting requirements.* Design scalable and resilient GCP-based data platforms supporting regulatory, operational, and analytical workloads.* Develop architectural roadmaps supporting modernization and legacy retirement initiatives.* Define enterprise architecture standards, patterns, and guidelines.* Lead architecture governance reviews and design approvals.**Requirements:*** 12+ years of Data, Integration, or Solution Architecture experience.* 7+ years architecting large-scale enterprise data platforms.* Experience leading cloud modernization programs.* Experience within large Banking or Financial Services organizations.* Experience supporting FR Y-14M reporting environments.* Strong Home Lending and Mortgage domain experience.* Cloud Platforms* Google Cloud Platform (GCP)* BigQuery* Cloud Storage* Pub/Sub* Dataflow* Dataproc* Cloud Composer* Data Engineering* Python* PySpark* SQL* Spark* Data Warehousing* Data Lake Architecture* ETL/ELT Modernization**We offer:*** A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.* A multinational organization with 58 offices in 22 countries and the possibility to work abroad.* 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).* Maternity & paternity leave plans.* A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).* Retirement savings plans.* A higher education certification policy.* Commuter benefits (varies by region).* Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.* On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.* Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.* Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.* A flat and approachable organization.* A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.***S******YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT***Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.