Principal Solution Architect (Financial Services)

Are you ready to shape the future technological landscape in Europe? We are dedicated to responsible digitalisation, building innovative, inclusive solutions that drive meaningful impact. With over 8,900 professionals across Europe, we help EU institutions, public and private organisations thrive in a rapidly evolving digital world. Are you ready to shape the future through technology? Your journey starts here. Take a look at some of our impactful projects here: https://netcompany.com/cases/ Are you ready to join the forefront of technology as a Principal Solution Architect in Netcompany? Joining us as a Principal Solution Architect, you will lead the technical direction of the Core Banking business unit and act as the senior architectural voice across the Financial Services delivery unit. As a Principal Solution Architect you will: Own the target architecture for the Core Banking re-platforming. Choose the technology stack, define the architectural patterns, and design the migration approach. Partner with the Financial Services delivery teams as well as Sales teams on presales activities. Lead technical workshops with potential clients, translate the client's functional and non-functional requirements into a technical solution and actively participate on on-site discussions with potential clients. Continuously investigate new technologies, frameworks and patterns relevant to financial services (e.g modern cloud platforms, real-time payments architectures, AI/ML application in banking) and run various PoCs (Proof of Concepts) in order to develop architectural concepts for new initiatives. Set engineering standars for the Unit. Lead the architecture council, establish lightweight processes for architectural decisions, mentor senior engineers and technically lead on architectural thinking. What would make you a fit for the role: 10+ years in software architecture with at least 5 years in financial services. Demonstrable track record of architecting a banking system or comparable platform. Presales and client-facing architecture experience. Experience in leading a legacy-to-modern modernization in financial services. Strong technical communication : Excellent at producing clear architectural documentation and comfortable in presenting to engineers and bank executives. Hands-on credibility : Can still read code, prototype concepts and engage at the level of technical detail when required. Familiarity with modern stacks like Java, .NET, modern relational and NoSQL databases, Kafka, Kubernetes, and common cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Being a part of the Netcompany team, you will be provided with: The opportunity to work in a modern environment & in a hybrid working model A seamless onboarding experience and a buddy to support you on your first steps A competitive compensation & benefits package Health and life insurance program Meal and commuting allowance Well-being activities (on premises) Continuous learning opportunities using the most modern methods (unlimited access to Udemy for Business, ad-hoc trainings) A personalized development plan for targeted career growth If you are looking forward to be part of a diverse environment, and have the opportunity to work alongside well-experienced professionals, on challenging, large-scale projects that directly impact millions of citizens around the globe, then this is the place to be! By joining Netcompany in Athens, you will be part of a vivid team of 2,300+ tech professionals. When at the office, you'll have the flexibility to work from our three modern, sustainable, and state-of-the-art offices! Please upload your CV in English via the Apply button. All applications will be treated as strictly confidential. We ensure equal opportunities, treatment, and consideration to all candidates. Discrimination based on sex, racial or ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation or marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other factor protected by applicable laws and regulations is prohibited. As part of the Netcompany culture, we respect human rights and focus on creating a positive workplace, where all employees are valued, and where diversity and inclusion are a vital part of our everyday working experience. In the following link you may find our CV Submission privacy notice: https://netcompany.com/cv-submission-privacy-notice/