Solutions Architect - Digital Channels / Cloud Platforms (Remote)

Overview

This is a remote role that may be hired in several markets across the United States.

This position leads architecture and technical design activities in support of specific solution development projects. Works closely with business units and associates to identify development solutions that are cost-effective, efficient, and meet business needs. Collaborates on the technical design of artifacts, ensuring compliance and documentation of all applicable standards. Ensures quality results and timely completion of project tasks. Utilizes expertise to provide guidance on the design, interface requirements, and technology of developed solutions.

Responsibilities

• Solution Development - Leads a team of associates on assigned solution development projects. Recommends technology solutions, an application programming and integration solution through research on alternative options. As needed, troubleshoots deployment issues, develops programs, integrates solutions, and performs other tasks related to technical design.
• Consultation - Provides consultation to the business unit, management, and associates on all phases of integration systems development and processes. Acts as a trusted advisor on strategies and approaches for overall integration of technology components.
• Project Coordination - Ensures project tasks are completed on time and with a high degree of quality. Collaborates with other team members on detailed application design, development, and integration testing.
• Technical Expertise - Maintains a strong understanding of available technology, tools, and designs in order to provide consultation and leverage technologies within the Bank. Offers direction, training, and guidance for less experienced staff.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of experience in Software application development OR High School Diploma or GED and 12 years of experience in Software application development

Preferred Qualifications :

Minimum 3-5 years experience with at least one major programming language (e.g. Java, Python, Go, etc.,)

Minimum 3-5 years working with agile teams

Minimum 3-5 years experience working with front-end programming languages (e.g. REACT, node,js, etc.)

Prior experience working with program and project delivery teams

3-5 years of Domain Driven Design experience

Demonstrated ability with making architectural decisions that stick

Architrecture certifications in AWS or Azure

Experience with developing microservices

Experience with managing containerized workloads

This job posting is expected to remain active for 45 days from the initial posting date listed above. If it is necessary to extend this deadline, the posting will remain active as appropriate. Job postings may come down early due to business need or a high volume of applicants.

This job posting has been extended unti 10 / 10 / 25.

The base pay for this position is generally between $135,000 and $205,000. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. For some roles, total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and / or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment.

Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https : / / jobs.firstcitizens.com / benefits.

Company Description :

Founded in 1898 and headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., First Citizens Bank serves customers in 18 states and the District of Columbia. For over 100 years, customers have trusted First Citizens with their money … and their futures. Today, First Citizens is the largest family-controlled bank in the nation and the sixth-largest bank franchise headquartered in the Southeast with more than $30 billion in assets. We employ more than 6,000 associates who are focused on helping our customers achieve a lifetime of success. First Citizens operates more than 570 branches in Arizona, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Maryland, New Mexico, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington and West Virginia.

First Citizens Bank. Forever First®. Member FDIC.

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran

If you need special assistance or an accommodation in applying for employment at First Citizens Bank, please contact our Human Resources department.