Financial Systems Senior Architect

General Description

The Financial Systems Senior Architect provides expert architectural guidance to help Finance align technology solutions with organizational goals and objectives. This role requires broad technical expertise across networks, cloud computing, software development, cybersecurity, and automation tools. The Senior Architect designs current- and future-state architecture models that support the firm's evolving needs, stays current on technology and legal industry trends, and evaluates and recommends effective technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Lead and train on documenting and maintaining architecture standards and design by diagramming logical, physical, and process views across multiple technology domains.
• Collaborate with project teams to provide insights and recommendations on FST solutions.
• Provides technical input and recommendations on projects and roadmap development as required.
• Collaborates with Technology and Vendors as needed to construct diagrams and maintain documentation for FST infrastructure landscape.
• Leads research-focused efforts to identify emerging technology solutions and communicates the findings in a manner that is logical and easy to understand.
• Communicates technology design best practices, standards, and processes by giving presentations and authoring content for educational purposes.
• Provides coaching and mentoring to FST Developers.
• Expected to maintain a regular and predictable work schedule and full attention to and engagement in work activities on behalf of the firm during business hours unless otherwise approved or required by applicable law.
• Special projects and duties as assigned.

Key Capabilities

• Applies advanced analytical judgment to diagnose complex technical issues and develop practical solutions.
• Communicates complex information clearly through well-structured presentations and concise written and verbal guidance.
• Manages multiple priorities, plans work effectively and delivers high-quality results within established timelines.
• Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, sound judgment, and integrity when evaluating information and recommending solutions.
• Works independently, takes ownership of deliverables, and maintains focus on long-term business outcomes.
• Coordinates cross-functional efforts and influences stakeholders to advance shared objectives.
• Builds productive working relationships through collaboration, facilitation, and effective negotiation.
• Provides guidance and knowledge sharing to support colleagues' development and team effectiveness.

Required Qualifications & Education

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• 5+ years of experience architecting and delivering enterprise solutions across multiple enterprise architecture domains (technology, application, information, and infrastructure).
• 5+ years of experience with programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, C#, Python, HTML, CSS, JSON/REST APIs, SQL, NoSQL, and Shell.
• 4+ years of experience in cloud computing architecture, technical design, and implementations, including (IaaS), (PaaS) and (SaaS) delivery models across multiple different cloud vendors (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Relevant industry certifications (AWS, CISSP, Professional Cloud Solutions Architect, Open CA, ITIL).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Moderate or advanced keyboard usage.

Benefits

Our goal is to promote a work environment in which individuals have access to the resources they need to be their best both professionally and personally, which includes resources that encourage individuals to focus on their health and well-being.

Below are the benefits we offer

comprehensive medical (PPO and HDHPs), dental and vision plans including coverage for domestic partners; life and AD&D insurance; short and long term disability insurance; tax-advantaged accounts for health care expenses, including FSAs and HSAs; FSAs for dependent care; health advocacy services; behavioral health and counseling resources for all family members; 401(k); profit sharing; backup dependent care; senior care planning support; resources for individuals with development disabilities and their caregivers; and paid holidays and other paid time off, including paid leave for new parents.

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