Title: Senior Solution Architect
Location: Hybrid - Atlanta, GA
Duration: 12+ Months
Senior Solution Architect to lead the technical evolution of our Retail Systems. You will be the primary architect for our Digital Banking ecosystem, focusing specifically on the high-stakes world of Money Movement. From Zelle integrations to real-time payment rails, you will ensure our customers can move their money safely, instantly, and intuitively.
Core Responsibilities
Architectural Blueprinting: Design end-to-end solutions for retail digital platforms, ensuring seamless integration between mobile/web frontends and core banking backends.
Money Movement Specialist: Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for P2P (Zelle), Account-to-Account (A2A) transfers, Bill Pay, and emerging Real-Time Payment (RTP/FedNow) standards.
API & Integration Strategy: Lead the transition toward a microservices-based architecture, utilizing RESTful APIs to connect Synovus services with third-party fintech partners.
Security-First Design: Partner with Cybersecurity to implement robust fraud detection, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and KYC/AML protocols within the payment flow.
Technical Leadership: Bridge the gap between Product Managers and Engineering teams, translating business "dreams" into technical "realities" without breaking the system.
Technical Stack & Requirements
The ideal candidate lives at the intersection of traditional banking stability and fintech agility.
| Category | Required Expertise |
| Payment Rails | Deep knowledge of Zelle, ACH, Wire Transfers, and RTP/FedNow. |
| Digital Banking | Experience with mobile banking frameworks and web-based retail portals. |
| Architecture | Microservices, Event-driven architecture (Kafka/RabbitMQ), and Cloud (Azure preferred). |
| Integrations | Open Banking APIs, FIS/Fiserv/Jack Henry core integrations, and Middleware. |
| Compliance | Understanding of Regulation E, PCI-DSS, and NACHA standards. |
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