Chief Architect, MD
Core
Senior-most architecture leader defining and governing technology architecture strategy, standards, and execution discipline for scalable, secure, and compliant platforms.
Role type
Principal enterprise architect (financial services/SaaS)
Builds
Scalable, secure, and compliant technology platforms and SaaS solutions
Domain
Financial services / Enterprise software architecture
Required skills
Enterprise architecture leadership, Cloud architecture (Azure), Distributed systems, Data platforms, API-first design, Event-driven design, SDLC governance, Risk and regulatory frameworks, Executive influence
Preferred skills
Large-scale transformation leadership, Cross-functional stakeholder management
Technologies
Azure, Cloud platforms, Distributed systems, API frameworks
Responsibilities
Define target architecture and reference architectures for Product, SaaS, and data domains; Operate the Architecture Review Board (ARB) and enforce design compliance; Partner with CTO to translate business strategy into technical architecture; Ensure architectural decisions meet risk, security, and regulatory requirements; Lead and develop the architecture community and career frameworks; Serve as senior technology partner to front office business leadership.
Seniority
Principal, executive-level leadership