Solution Architect at Family Bank Ltd

Solution Architect at Family Bank Ltd | Iko Kazi

Job Purpose:

To design and document technology solution architectures that meet business requirements, comply with the Bank's Enterprise Architecture standards, and deliver secure, scalable, and cost-effective outcomes. The Solution Architect works closely with project managers, business analysts, QA teams, and integration engineers to translate business and functional requirements into well-defined architectural designs, ensuring that all solutions are fit for purpose and aligned to the Bank's technology roadmap.

Key Responsibilities:

Solution Design & Documentation

Design and document end-to-end solution architectures for assigned ICT projects and technology changes.
Produce High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) documents, architecture decision records, data flow diagrams, and integration specifications.
Evaluate alternative solution options and recommend the most appropriate architecture based on business needs, cost, and risk.
Ensure all solution designs are reviewed and approved by the Solution Architecture Lead before submission.
Maintain architecture artefacts throughout the project lifecycle and update documentation post-implementation.

Enterprise Architecture Alignment

Ensure all designed solutions comply with the Bank's Enterprise Architecture framework, standards, and guidelines.
Identify and flag deviations from EA standards to the Solution Architecture Lead.
Contribute to the maintenance and evolution of the architecture repository.
Apply established reference architectures and design patterns in solution design work.
Project & Stakeholder Engagement
Engage with Business Analysts to understand and translate business requirements into technical architectures.
Collaborate with System Integrators, developers, and QA teams to ensure architecture designs are accurately implemented.
Participate in project meetings, technical design reviews, and architecture workshops.
Provide technical guidance to development and integration teams throughout the build phase.
Prepare and present solution architecture designs to the Solution Architecture Lead and project governance forums

Security & Compliance

Incorporate security controls, data protection requirements, and compliance considerations into all solution designs.
Coordinate with the Information Security team to conduct architecture security reviews for assigned solutions.
Ensure designed solutions comply with CBK technology regulations and the Bank's ICT policies.
Change Impact Assessment & Continuous Improvement
Assess the architectural impact of proposed technology changes and provide input for Change Approval Board submissions.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of architecture standards, templates, and methodologies.
Stay current on emerging technologies, architecture patterns, and industry trends relevant to banking.
Participate in team knowledge-sharing and professional development activities

Academic & Professional Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field (required).
TOGAF Foundation certification is an added advantage.
Cloud architecture certification (AWS, Azure, or GCP – Associate or Professional level) is an added advantage.
ITIL Foundation certification is an added advantage.

Experience Requirements

Minimum 3–5 years' experience in solution architecture, systems design, or software development.
Demonstrated experience in designing technology solutions for banking or financial services environments.
Experience in integration design and API architecture.
Exposure to cloud architecture and hybrid deployments.
Experience producing architecture documentation (HLDs, LLDs, architecture diagrams).

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