AI Solutions Architect

Who are we?

At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission-critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.

AI Solutions Architect

Reporting into: Director of Architecture & Standards

Location:

What will you contribute?

As part of the Architecture & Standards team in Finastra’s AI COE, the AI Solutions Architect provides the technical blueprints and standards necessary to keep the AI initiatives stable.

Responsibilities & Deliverables

Your deliverables as an AI Solutions Architect will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Design and develop comprehensive technical architectures for AI solutions that align with enterprise standards and business objectives

• Create and maintain architectural blueprints, patterns, and frameworks for AI implementations across the organization

• Establish and enforce technical standards, best practices, and governance frameworks for AI initiatives

• Evaluate and recommend AI technologies, platforms, and tools that support scalable and sustainable solutions

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical architecture specifications

• Conduct architecture reviews and provide guidance to ensure solutions meet quality, security, and performance standards

• Document architectural decisions, design patterns, and technical specifications for AI projects

• Identify and mitigate technical risks and dependencies across AI initiatives

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams on architectural principles and standards

• Stay current with emerging AI technologies and industry trends to continuously improve architectural approaches

Required Experience

• Strong background in solution architecture with focus on AI/ML technologies and platforms

• Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale AI solutions

• Deep understanding of AI/ML frameworks, cloud platforms, and modern architecture patterns

• Expertise in establishing technical standards, governance frameworks, and best practices

• Experience with data architecture, integration patterns, and API design

• Strong knowledge of security, compliance, and privacy considerations in AI implementations

• Demonstrated ability to translate complex business requirements into technical solutions

• Excellent communication skills with ability to present technical concepts to diverse audiences

• Experience working in cross-functional teams and influencing technical direction

• Track record of delivering stable, scalable, and maintainable AI solutions

We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we stand for:

Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities. Benefit from hybrid working arrangements and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.

Well-being: Access confidential one-to-one support through our Employee Assistance Program, connect with our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and take part in monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive-inside and outside of work.

Health & Financial Security: Medical, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, lifestyle, and other benefits.*

Sustainability: Paid time off for volunteering and donation-matching opportunities to support causes that matter to you.

Inclusion: Get involved in our inclusion communities, such as Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, and Women@Finastra-open to everyone who wants to participate and contribute.

Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.

Recognition: Take part in our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and share your voice through regular employee surveys that help shape our culture and ways of working.

*Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique-bringing their own ideas, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences. We learn from one another, value what makes us different, and create an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and able to be their authentic selves.

Be unique. Be exceptional. Help us make a difference at Finastra.