Financial Services - Solution Architecture (Director)

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The Opportunity

We are seeking experiencedSolution Architectsto join our growingFinancial Services Core Banking TeaminKuala Lumpur. This full-time role is ideal for professionals at theDirector levelwho will lead the transformation of legacy Silverlake systems to modern cloud-native banking platforms shaping the future of retail and SME banking technology while ensuring seamless migration with minimal business disruption.

Your Key Responsibilities

Core Banking Transformation

• Lead solution architecture for migration from legacy core systems (e.g. Silverlake SIBS) to cloud-native platforms.
• Design a comprehensive transformation roadmap with phased migration.
• Develop target state architecture supporting retail and SME banking operations.
• Ensure alignment with business strategy regulatory requirements and growth objectives.

Technical Architecture & Design

• Architect microservices-based API-first cloud-native solutions on AWS/Azure.
• Design scalable infrastructure for high-volume banking transactions.
• Implement modern patterns: event-driven architecture containerization serverless computing.
• Establish integration architecture for digital channels payments and third-party services.

Migration Planning & Execution

• Develop progressive migration strategies.
• Lead data migration planning mapping and quality assurance.
• Design cutover management rollback procedures and business continuity planning.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and external vendors.

Stakeholder Management

• Present architectural recommendations to senior management.
• Collaborate with business units to translate requirements into technical specifications.
• Provide expert consultation on technology selection and implementation.
• Act as a trusted advisor on architectural decisions.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex transformation projects.
• Strategic thinking with hands-on technical expertise.
• Collaborative mindset and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

Ideally Youll Also Have

• Experience with next-gen core banking platforms (e.g. Thought Machine Mambu Temenos).
• Knowledge of AI/ML integration for fraud detection and risk assessment.
• Familiarity with real-time processing systems and event streaming (Kafka Apache Pulsar).
• APAC banking market experience and regulatory knowledge.
• Background in fintech partnerships and embedded banking solutions.

What We Look For

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering or IT.
• TOGAF certification preferred.
• AWS/Azure Solution Architect certification required.
• 812 years of banking technology experience with 5 years in solution architecture.
• Proven experience in Silverlake SIBS implementation or migration.
• Deep understanding of core banking modules and successful transformation projects.

What We Offer You

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