Solutions Architect

Supernova Technology™; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

HSA and FSA Accounts

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Job summary

Supernova Technology is hiring a Solutions Architect in Chicago to lead discovery with clients and design the implementation of our SBL platform for enterprise clients.

You will collaborate with internal and external teams to define system architecture, integration points, and specs, guiding onboarding from a technology perspective and ensuring architecture aligns with product offerings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in software consulting, and/or other customer facing role consulting on, delivering technical products or services.
• Able to work through ambiguous situations using logic and a high degree of communication.
• Can take complex problems and break them down into simpler pieces.
• Able to rally teams to project completion using diplomacy, empathy and a positive attitude.
• Familiarity with system integration architectures and data formats for APIs, message queues, and SFTP/ file-based integrations.
• Financial Services or Securities Base Lending knowledge is a huge plus.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with clients to develop solutions regarding integrations, data migrations, and other custom deployments.
• Create and manage scope of work and detailed project plans for integrations and custom work including timelines and effort estimates.
• Act as the point of contact for offshore team.
• Conduct weekly check-ins and ensure work is delivered within estimated timelines and meets quality standards.
• Work closely with clients and engineers to integrate and implement solutions to ensure custom solutions align with our standard product offering.
• Identify new product features during trials and integrations and draft business cases and feature requests for review by the development and engineering teams.
• Work across multiple teams in the organization to ensure alignment and execution of key projects.
• Conducting technical discovery sessions to understand client requirements and infrastructure.
• Identifying and documenting data types, mapping, and conversion requirements (data migration is core to onboarding).
• Coordinating and designing system and user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Maintaining system documentation for internal and external use.
• Providing accurate, timely project status and schedule updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Client-facing experience

Ambiguity handling

Strong communication

Problem solving

Team coordination

System integration

APIs

SFTP/file-based integrations

Financial services knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

APIs

SFTP

Data integration

Job description

Founded in 2014, we offer the industry’s first and only cloud-based, fully-customizable, end-to-end software solution to automate securities-based lending from origination through the life of the loan. By combining thought leadership in suitability and risk management with industry-leading education and the latest technology, Supernova enables advisors to deliver holistic, goals-based advice and to help their clients achieve financial wellness. We partner with the industry’s largest banks, most prominent insurance companies and leading online brokerages to democratize access to securities-based lending and better the entire financial ecosystem.

Why Join Supernova?

At Supernova Technology, we believe that the best results come from a team that is passionate, driven, and supported in all aspects of their professional lives. Here, you’ll work alongside talented and innovative individuals who are committed to driving the future of securities-based lending technology. We foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and growth, where each person’s contributions make a real impact.

About the Role

As the Solutions Architect, you will help discover and gather client needs, and design/guide the implementation of Supernova’s SBL platform for our enterprise clients.

The candidate will work closely with internal and external project and technology teams to define and document system architecture, integration points, and integration specs. The candidate will oversee the system design as well as the client onboarding process from the technology perspective. To succeed in this role, good understanding of system architectures and business/operation processes are required.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with our clients to develop solutions regarding integrations, data migrations, and other custom deployments
• Create and manage scope of work and detailed project plans for integrations and custom work including timelines and effort estimates
• Act as the point of contact for offshore team
• Conduct weekly check-ins and ensure work is delivered within estimated timelines and meets quality standards
• Work closely with clients and engineers to integrate and implement solutions to ensure custom solutions align with our standard product offering
• Identify new product features during trials and integrations and draft business cases and feature requests for review by the development and engineering teams
• Work across multiple teams in the organization to ensure alignment and execution of key projects
• Conducting technical discovery sessions to understand client requirements and infrastructure
• Identifying and documenting data types, mapping, and conversion requirements (data migration is core to onboarding)
• Coordinating and designing system and user acceptance testing (UAT)
• Maintaining system documentation for internal and external use
• Providing accurate, timely project status and schedule updates to stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in software consulting, and/or other customer facing role consulting on, delivering technical products or services
• Able to work through ambiguous situations using logic and a high degree of communication
• Can take complex problems and break them down into simpler pieces
• Able to rally teams to project completion using diplomacy, empathy and a positive attitude
• Familiarity with system integration architectures and data formats for APIs, message queues, and SFTP/ file-based integrations
• Financial Services or Securities Base Lending knowledge is a huge plus

Our Employee Benefits (Chicago Only)

At Supernova Technology, we provide a robust benefits package to support the health and well-being of our employees. Our offerings include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Multiple plans with coverage for employees and dependents.
• HSA and FSA Accounts: Tax-advantaged accounts for health and dependent care expenses.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Employer-paid basic coverage with options for additional voluntary coverage.
• Compensation: $90,000 - $110,000 per year
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support services, including free therapy sessions.
• Additional Perks: Commuter benefits, pet insurance, continuing education assistance, and more.

Note: Actual salary at the time of hire may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including but not limited to, the candidate's relevant qualifications, skills and experience, and the location where this position may be filled.

Join us and make an impact while growing your career at Supernova!