Solution Architecture Lead – Platform & API

Edward Jones; Tacoma (WA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Edward Jones seeks a seasoned Architecture Leader to head the Solution Architecture - API team. You will define architectural standards, oversee platform development, and coordinate across Canada, Operations, Client Service Excellence, API, and Data portfolios to enable new digital channels and client experiences.

We value ownersh ip, code quality, and disciplined SDLC processes. Applicants should have extensive leadership experience and a track record of aligning architecture with business

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of Information Systems/technology experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role preferred.
• Strong knowledge of systems, processes, and technologies.
• Proven ability to lead teams, develop talent, and influence others.
• Process-driven with experience establishing plans, metrics, and tracking results.
• Able to align team objectives with organizational strategy.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, and manages the activities for a department of associates/contractors responsible for architectural design, development, and implementation.
• Establish and maintain effective communications and relationships across countries, departments, business areas, and vendors.
• Align department activities and responsibilities with the firm's strategic direction.
• Develop and execute ongoing improvements to all processes related to department as well as divisional opportunities
• Ensure prudent use of the firm's financial resources.
• Provide leadership, development, and mentoring to Solution Architects through examples and timely feedback.
• Develop successors for key positions for their department

Skills

Leadership

Architecture

API design

Communication

Mentoring

Strategic alignment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Edward Jones seeks a seasoned Architecture Leader to head the Solution Architecture - API team. You will define architectural standards, oversee platform development, and coordinate across Canada, Operations, Client Service Excellence, API, and Data portfolios to enable new digital channels and client experiences.

We value ownersh ip, code quality, and disciplined SDLC processes. Applicants should have extensive leadership experience and a track record of aligning architecture with business