Enterprise and Cloud Architect- Bank

Enterprise and Cloud Architect-Bank Locatio n: Mumbai (Sanpada) Experience :10–18 years of total IT experience with at least 5 years in enterprise or solution architecture roles. Budget :25LPA -35LPA Department: IT JOB SUMMARY The Enterprise Architect will be responsible for defining and leading the bank’s technology architecture roadmap across cloud, infrastructure, applications, data, and integration layers. The role focuses on modernizing legacy systems and enabling scalable, secure, and resilient technology foundations to support digital growth. This position will guide cross-functional teams in building a cloud-native, API-first, and data-driven ecosystem and ensuring the architecture supports business agility, compliance, and reliability. The architect will be hands-on in solution design, technology selection, and implementation guidance while building the enterprise architecture practice for the bank. Company: The company is a rapidly growing financial institution that is making waves in the industry. This organization has a unique blend of innovation, customer-centricity, and a commitment to financial inclusion that sets it apart. It has a presence in 112 districts across 11 states of the country. It proudly serves more than 1.5 million customers through over 400 banking outlets. It is one of the most profitable banks in its category. It has consistently posted strong financial results and healthy growth of the balance sheet. It has been amply recognized for its excellence through various awards and accolades, including the Best Consumer Experience Strategy Award in 2023, the Excellent Award in 2019,the Seal of Transparency Award, and the MSME Banking Excellence Award in 2015. With a forward-thinking approach, it leverages cutting-edge technology to provide seamless financial solutions to a diverse customer base. What sets this organization apart is its emphasis on nurturing talent and fostering a collaborative work environment. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Enterprise Architecture & Modernization  Define the enterprise-wide target architecture covering application, data, infrastructure, and integration layers.  Drive modernization of legacy systems towards cloud-native, microservices, and API-based models.  Create and maintain transition architectures to ensure smooth migration with minimal disruption to operations.  Guide the engineering teams in designing scalable and reusable solutions aligned with the overall architecture vision.  Collaborate with business and product teams to ensure technology enables digital and growth objectives. 2. Cloud Architecture & Platform Management  Own and manage the multi-cloud environment, ensuring scalability, resilience, and security.  Define cloud architecture standards, patterns, and guardrails aligned with regulatory and security needs.  Implement observability and cost optimization practices.  Work with the infrastructure and DevOps teams to establish automated CI/CD pipelines and Site Reliability Engine (SRE)-based operations.  Monitor and manage cloud expenses and optimize utilization across environments. 3. API Banking & Integration  Architect and manage the API Gateway and integration layer supporting BaaS partnerships and internal applications.  Ensure API stability, security, and governance across internal and external stakeholders.  Maintain technical resilience and uptime of integration platforms critical to partner ecosystems. 4. Data Architecture & AI Readiness  Work closely with the Head of Data Analytics & Engineering to define the bank’s data architecture framework.  Support the buildout of the enterprise Data Lake, ensuring scalability, security, and compliance.  Design architecture components that enable AI/ML adoption, such as model hosting, API exposure, and data pipeline integration.  Ensure data integrity, trust, and availability across systems to support analytics and decision-making. 5. Technology Governance & Compliance  Establish lightweight architecture governance that enables speed without compromising compliance or risk control.  Ensure architecture designs adhere to TOGAF or equivalent frameworks adapted for digital transformation.  Work with Security and Risk teams to embed compliance and data protection within every technology layer.  Review major solution architectures and ensure alignment with enterprise standards. 6. Engineering Practices & Team Collaboration  Promote modern engineering practices like DevSecOps, container orchestration (Kubernetes), service mesh, observability, and automation as required and feasible.  Mentor in-house development teams on technology selection, coding standards, and best practices.  Drive collaboration between business, product, and technology teams for seamless delivery of solutions.  Provide architecture reviews and technical oversight during implementation. EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS  Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline.  TOGAF or equivalent certification preferred.  Cloud certification (AWS or GCP Architect) is required.  Kubernetes, DevOps, or Security certifications will be an advantage. SME Space - Functional Knowledge  Good understanding of data architecture principles, AI/ML enablement, and analytics platform integration.  Strong technical mind with a balance of both infrastructure and application architecture  Strong understanding of banking systems such as Core Banking (Finacle preferred), Treasury, Lending (LMS), CRM, Middleware, and Digital Channels.  Exposure to BaaS, Open Banking, and fintech integrations.  Familiarity with RBI guidelines, IT security, and data protection norms applicable to banking systems. RELEVANT JOB EXPERIENCE  Proven experience in cloud architecture, API banking, and system modernization in a banking or financial services environment.  Hands-on experience in multi-cloud setups, containerization, and infrastructure automation.  Experience leading architecture design and implementation in a legacy-to- modern transformation context.  Demonstrated ability to work across technology, business, and product functions to drive end-to-end solutions.