Lead Architect, Infrastructure
Chicago, IL

Job Description

A Great Place to Work

Last year, we transformed the P2P payments industry with Zelle. 247-million transactions and $75-billion later, consumers love us as much as our amazing team of talented people. Come join the most INNOVATIVE FinTech company in Arizona.

Overall Purpose

This position plays a key role in determining the future of technology decisions for the entire company. The scope of responsibilities include corporate systems infrastructure supporting all daily business functions in a fast paced environment as well as critical production systems design supporting best in class industry solutions for mobile payments (Zelle) and combating fraud for the nation's top banks.

Essential Functions

* Lead the design and review processes for new products and systems.
* Analyze existing systems to ensure they offer adequate security and are effectively meeting the needs of the organization.
* Coordinate with all areas of the organization to see that systems are working as optimally as it should.
* Analyze business requirements to identify where the company can integrate new hardware, operating systems, or connectivity solutions.
* Recommend alternative technologies and improved designs based on expert knowledge of infrastructure design and a thorough analysis of the system needs.
* Facilitate the resolution of production issues by providing expert-level insight into the entire assigned solution stack.
* Create detailed plans for the integration of new systems architecture into existing infrastructure. This includes logistical plans for the Operations areas to actually conduct the physical integrations.
* Provides technical direction and support directly to Technical and Dev-Ops teams.
* Interact with product teams to validate Product Requirements Document and approve features.
* Work with Enterprise Architects and the Architecture Council / Review Board to refine and communicate a unified vision.
* Provide effective leadership to the Architecture team and develop and manage a highly engaged, high performance team. May be responsible for managing a team of Architects.
* Support the company's commitment to protect the integrity and confidentiality of systems and data.

Minimum Qualifications

* Education and/or experience typically obtained through completion of a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, MIS or related field.
* Proven progressive experience in technology and architecture development.
* Proven experience leading or managing teams.
* Extensive and demonstrated experience designing, integrating and managing complex infrastructure solutions, specifically in a high volume transaction processing systems.
* Extensive knowledge and experience in networking, storage, and virtualization technologies.
* Ability to integrate across the organization, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and communicate effectively with a variety of technical and non-technical staff.
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Background and drug screen.

Preferred Qualifications

* Cloud based infrastructure experience.
* Practical experience in Dev-Ops methodologies and technology stacks.
* Certifications in network operations and design (CCAr, CCNP, etc…)
* Certifications in security (CISSP for example)

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow instructions and perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.

Physical Requirements

Working conditions consist of a normal office environment. Work is primarily sedentary and requires extensive use of a computer and involves sitting for periods of approximately four hours. Work may require occasional standing, walking, kneeling and reaching. Must be able to lift 10 pounds occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently. Requires visual acuity and dexterity to view, prepare, and manipulate documents and office equipment including personal computers. Requires the ability to communicate with internal and/or external customers.

Employee must be able to perform essential functions and physical requirements of position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Candidates responding to this posting must independently possess the eligibility to work in the United States at the date of hire.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow instructions and perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.

Early Warning Services is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

Early Warning is an equal opportunity employer that takes affirmative action to employ, and advance in employment, qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and covered veterans.