Software architect

This is a remote position.

Software Architect

Job Title: Software Architect

Location: Remote within the United States (with potential occasional travel)

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday (within 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM) with some weekend availability as needed

Compensation: $130,000 – $155,000 annually (based on experience and location)

Recruiting Lion Solutions is seeking an experienced and visionary Software Architect for a client in the Banking industry. The ideal candidate will be a strategic technical leader with a strong background in designing and delivering scalable, secure, and high-performance software solutions. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in complex enterprise environments and is committed to innovation, quality, and architectural excellence.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the design and implementation of software architecture across multiple platforms and applications within the banking ecosystem
• Translate business requirements into high-level architectural designs and technical specifications
• Define architectural standards, best practices, and coding guidelines to ensure consistent and robust development
• Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and frameworks to support enterprise solutions
• Collaborate with engineers, product owners, and stakeholders to drive technical alignment and architectural direction
• Ensure systems are scalable, secure, and optimized for performance in a mission-critical environment
• Conduct architecture reviews and provide technical oversight during development, integration, and deployment phases
• Mentor and guide development teams on design patterns, system integration, and software lifecycle best practices
• Identify and resolve architectural and design bottlenecks, ensuring timely delivery and operational stability
• Support DevOps, CI/CD pipeline strategies, automated testing frameworks, and release management processes
• Document architectural blueprints, decision logs, and technical references for team-wide accessibility
• Partner with cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory security standards

What You Bring (Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred
• 8+ years of software development experience with at least 3–5 years in an architectural or technical leadership role
• Proven experience designing complex, enterprise-level systems — preferably in the Banking, Financial Services, or FinTech sectors
• Strong expertise in software architecture patterns, microservices, distributed systems, APIs, and cloud-native design
• Proficiency in modern programming languages such as Java, C#, Python, or equivalent
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with data modeling, database architecture (SQL/NoSQL), and event-driven architecture
• Solid understanding of security best practices and regulatory compliance in financial systems
• Experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD tooling (Git, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc.), and automated testing strategies
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to lead technical discussions and influence across cross-functional teams
• Relevant technical certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, TOGAF, or equivalent are a plus

What’s in It for You:

• Competitive salary: $130K–$155K annually
• Company Benefits
• Remote work flexibility with structured schedule expectations
• Opportunity to shape technology solutions in the Banking industry
• Collaborative and innovative technical culture
• Exposure to cutting-edge tools, methodologies, and architectural challenges
• Professional growth and leadership opportunities

If you are a results-driven Software Architect with a passion for building resilient, efficient, and future-ready systems — and you are excited about making a significant impact in the Banking industry — we encourage you to apply.

Recruiting Lion Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Recruiting Firm