Synchrony · 1 day ago
VP, Solution Architecture Manager – APIs
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$155K/yr - $260K/yr
8+ years expSynchrony is seeking a highly experienced Vice President, Solution Architecture Manager – APIs to lead the API Shared Services Agile Release Train. In this leadership role, you will be responsible for delivering scalable and secure API architectures, managing a team of API Engagement Engineers, and evolving Synchrony’s API Center of Excellence to enhance API capabilities and developer experience.
Consumer LendingFinanceFinancial ServicesInsuranceVenture Capital
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead the API Shared Services Agile Release Train (ART) as the Train Architect, ensuring architectural integrity, alignment, and delivery of API solutions that meet business and technical goals
Collaborate closely with dependent teams and other ARTs to ensure API strategies and architectures support timely, predictable program deliveries
Define and deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing API architectures for critical internal and external partner integrations
Develop reusable API design patterns and best practices to standardize API development across the enterprise
Oversee API lifecycle management, including design, development, deployment, versioning, monitoring, and retirement
Serve as the application owner for Synchrony’s API Gateway platform (Apigee) and the Developer Portal
Drive platform enhancements, governance policies, access controls, and performance optimizations
Continuously improve the developer experience through platform capabilities and innovation
Lead the strategic adoption and integration of API tooling such as Postman Enterprise, SmartBear’s API Hub, and other API design/testing/monitoring platforms
Collaborate with developer advocacy and engineering teams to ensure streamlined workflows and effective usage of API tools enterprise-wide
Build and grow a centralized API Center of Excellence that provides governance, standards, training, and advisory services to API teams
Foster a community of practice to drive API maturity, innovation, and collaboration across Synchrony
Manage and mentor a team of API Engagement Engineers and consultants, setting clear objectives, providing development opportunities, and ensuring high-quality delivery
Promote a culture of excellence, continuous improvement, and cross-team collaboration under Agile/SAFe methodologies
Partner closely with business leaders, product managers, partner integration teams, security, compliance, and infrastructure teams to ensure APIs meet organizational standards and requirements
Communicate architecture concepts and decisions clearly to technical and business audiences
Define and enforce API governance, security policies, and compliance standards aligned with enterprise risk frameworks
Collaborate with security and risk teams to proactively address potential vulnerabilities and ensure secure API ecosystems
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related engineering field
8+ years of experience in API/middleware architecture, design, and implementation
Proven leadership experience managing technical teams, designing solutions and architecting as part of an Agile Release Train
Hands-on experience with and operational ownership of the Apigee API Gateway platform
Deep expertise with API design standards (REST, OpenAPI/Swagger, GraphQL), API security (OAuth, JWT), and integration patterns
Strong knowledge of API developer tools including Postman Enterprise, SmartBear API Hub, or similar
Experience in building and scaling an API Center of Excellence or similar enablement organizations
Strong understanding of Agile methodologies & the SAFe framework
Exceptional communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to balance strategic vision with tactical execution in a fast-paced environment
Experience in financial services or regulated industries is a must
Ability and flexibility to travel for business as required
Preferred
Master's degree in Business Administration/Management or similar advanced degree is highly preferred
Benefits
Eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance
Company
Synchrony
Synchrony is a consumer financial services company.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500M2024-02-15Post Ipo Equity· $500M
2014-08-01IPO
Leadership Team
Brian Doubles
President & CEO
Raj Deol
SVP Marketing, PayPal Marketing Leader
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