Senior Solutions Architect - Director

Enterprise Risk Technology provides technology capabilities to support the Risk and Compliance functions across the enterprise. Within that organization is the Compliance Risk, Enterprise Change and TB&E Risk Technology organization, which is hiring a senior solutions architect to lead the organization by providing architectural vision and technical designs. As the Senior Solution Architect, you will proactively engage multiple (over 20) application teams and be responsible for leading the functional strategy. You will develop the architecture, be responsible for creating working prototypes  strategy and planning for IT systems on an enterprise level, ensuring they conform to enterprise blueprints. This role requires a thorough understanding of the strategic direction of the function, combined with a solid conceptual and practical grounding in architecture and related subject areas. You will interface across several channels, acting as a visionary to proactively define the direction for future projects and maintain a continuous awareness of business, technical, and infrastructure issues.

Develop and maintain a long-term architectural strategy and vision for all IT systems, ensuring alignment with business and regulatory objectives in a systematic and well-designed manner. Develop architecture, strategy, planning, and problem-solving solutions on an enterprise level. Drive the design and development of a cohesive system architecture, work with end-users and stakeholders to understand needs, and enhance the quality of deliverables while ensuring adherence to SDLC policies and procedures. Interface across multiple channels, acting as a visionary to proactively assist in defining the direction for future projects. Maintain continuous awareness of business, technical, and infrastructure issues, acting as a consultant to aid in the development of creative solutions. Prepare and present regular architectural and strategic reviews to senior management and business leaders. Interface with vendors to assess their technology and guide their product roadmaps based on Citi's requirements. Manage an architecture functional area, including the management of people, budget, and planning. Duties include performance evaluation, compensation, hiring, and disciplinary actions. Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm’s reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients, and assets. This includes driving compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations, adhering to Policy, and applying sound ethical judgment. Escalate, manage, and report control issues with transparency, and effectively supervise the activity of others to create accountability. Competencies & Qualifications: 15+ years of relevant technology experience, with significant experience in an architectural or senior leadership role. In-depth knowledge and experience with modern tech stacks, including Java, Microservices, Containerization, RDBMS, Big Data, Cloud, and UI/UX technologies. Experienced in Agile ways of working, including the use of relevant tools and ceremonies for Agile, Scrum, and Kanban. Strong knowledge of Compliance/Risk & Controls concepts and functions within financial services. Demonstrated leadership, management, and team development skills with the ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to negotiate internally at a senior level. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and prioritization skills. Ability to engineer robust, scalable, and reliable technical solutions with a focus on long-term total cost of ownership. Self-starter with the ability to take the initiative, master new tasks quickly, and work under pressure to meet tight deadlines. Methodical, with strong attention to detail and the ability to develop working relationships across functions. Beneficial Skills &