Citizens · 16 hours ago
Principal Software Engineering Architect (Payments)
Johnston, RI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$132K/yr - $198K/yr
15+ years expCitizens is a company that invests in the humans who build the logic, ideas, and innovations that bring new technologies to life. As a Principal Architect, you'll lead the full architectural lifecycle, ensuring all projects meet aesthetic, technical, regulatory, and budgetary standards while mentoring teams and driving innovation.
BankingCredit CardsFinancial ServicesFinTechRetail
Responsibilities
Lead architectural vision and develop high-level design concepts and detailed plans for major projects
Review and approve architectural design, specifications, and construction documents for quality and compliance
Coordinate with clients, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders, managing trade-offs between aesthetics, budget, and regulations
Conduct site assessments to monitor progress and ensure alignment with design specifications
Research and incorporate new materials, construction methods, sustainable practices, and technologies
Mentor and guide junior architects, shaping design standards and fostering technical excellence
Engage in business development: present design proposals, manage client relationships, and support marketing efforts
Work with fellow team members and guide them on any technical deliveries
Qualification
Required
Lead architectural vision and develop high-level design concepts and detailed plans for major projects
Review and approve architectural design, specifications, and construction documents for quality and compliance
Coordinate with clients, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders, managing trade-offs between aesthetics, budget, and regulations
Conduct site assessments to monitor progress and ensure alignment with design specifications
Research and incorporate new materials, construction methods, sustainable practices, and technologies
Mentor and guide junior architects, shaping design standards and fostering technical excellence
Engage in business development: present design proposals, manage client relationships, and support marketing efforts
Work with fellow team members and guide them on any technical deliveries
Have good experience in technologies such as Java, Python, GraphQL, IBM MQ, Kafka, API Connect, etc
Should possess 15+ year's experience in technologies such as Java, Oracle, Springboot, Python, IBM MQ, Kafka, and other emerging technologies
Superior communication skills for effective presentations and negotiations with varied audiences
Innovation mindset with ability to integrate new materials, tech, and sustainable design
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or equivalent industry experience
Extensive experience (usually 10+ years) across project lifecycle phases within architecture and software development
Demonstrated success in leading large-scale, complex projects and cross-functional teams
Experience in business development and client-facing roles may be essential
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Having experience in some of the payment products such as EPP (FISERV) and MTS (ACI) will be a plus
Having functional knowledge on different payment methods such as Real-time payments, ACH, Wires is a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
Retirement benefits
Maternity/paternity leave
Flexible work arrangements
Education reimbursement
Wellness programs
Paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory, paid sick or paid time-away policy
Company
Citizens
At Citizens, we recognize that the journey to accomplishment is no longer linear and that individuals are made of all they have done and all they are going to do.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2B2025-02-26Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2024-07-09Post Ipo Debt· $1.25B
2014-09-23IPO
Leadership Team
Melisa Carrascoza
SVP, Business Banking Market Executive - New England South
Steve Kozek
Head of Commercial Excellence, Senior Vice President
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