Director - Solution Architecture, Financial Services (m/f/d)

We're looking for a Director – Solution Architecture, Financial Services (m/f/d) to join our team in Frankfurt and surrounding areas, Germany in a hybrid working mode. In this role, you will define and lead the solution architecture strategy for large-scale financial services programs, spanning core banking modernization, payments infrastructure, capital markets post-trade platforms, regulatory compliance and Gen-AI-driven transformations. You will drive enterprise-grade designs that ensure scalability, resilience and compliance with European regulations while enabling technology-driven innovation and value creation for our clients.

Aufgaben

• Define and own the solution architecture vision and roadmap for enterprise-scale financial services engagements
• Lead architecture design across applications, integrations and infrastructure ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory guidelines
• Drive modernization initiatives through cloud-native designs, microservices and emerging technologies
• Collaborate with client executives and EPAM delivery leadership to shape solution proposals and delivery outcomes
• Ensure governance for solution architecture during all program phases and mitigate architecture risks
• Take ownership of architecture delivery ensuring implementation aligns with solution intent
• Enable team productivity by embedding AI-augmented practices to automate repeatable architecture activities
• Assess and recommend new technologies including Gen-AI strategies for financial use cases
• Guide pre-sales pursuits by driving solution shaping, RFP/RFI responses and executive presentations

Profil
15+ years of experience in IT including at least 7+ years in solution architecture roles
Deep expertise in financial services domains including banking, capital markets or payments
Proven ability to lead enterprise architecture for large-scale transformation programs
Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP) and integration frameworks
Experience in designing secure, high-availability and regulatory-compliant solutions
Familiarity with financial regulations such as DORA, MiFID II, PSD2/3, Basel IV and GDPR
Strong understanding of enterprise architecture standards such as TOGAF or Zachman
Practical knowledge of Gen-AI tools and their application in architecture and delivery
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Fluency in English and German
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline

Nice to have
Experience delivering digital banking or capital markets modernization programs
Familiarity with FS data platforms, Open Banking API ecosystems and event-driven architectures
Certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect Professional or TOGAF

Wir bieten

• 30 days holiday per annum
• Company Pension Scheme
• Regular performance assessments
• Discount on Fitness-First Black Membership
• bitkom - Corporate Benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) (subject to certain eligibility requirements)
• Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, and courses
• Friendly and enjoyable working team
• Regular corporate and social events
• Flexible and remote working opportunities
• Award-winning workplace: Great Place To Work® certified in 2026, Kununu (Top Company 2022–2026), NewWork Business Award 2025 for outstanding culture, innovation and employee satisfaction.