Mastercard
PrincipalPlatformArchitecture
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“Principal Platform Architecture at Mastercard. Skills: Platform architecture, Infrastructure design, Enterprise systems. Define strategic infrastructure architecture vision. Drive strategic infrastructure architecture vision”
Industry & Context.
Resolve complex architectural challenges; Resolve operational challenges
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Expert-level knowledge of network architecture, Expert-level knowledge of operating systems, Expert-level knowledge of web middleware, Deep understanding of internet infrastructure design, Deep understanding of web administration, Deep understanding of enterprise-scale systems, Advanced expertise in load balancers, Advanced expertise in web application firewalls, Advanced expertise in security frameworks, Knowledge of database technologies, Knowledge of cloud platforms, Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture principles, Experience with YAML-based deployments, Experience with modern infrastructure-as-code practices, Strategic thinker, Ability to influence at all organisational levels, Exceptional communication skills, Exceptional collaboration skills, Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, High degree of initiative, High degree of self-motivation, Ability to drive results in complex environments, Demonstrates technical leadership, Demonstrates architectural vision, Decision-making skills for enterprise-scale challenges, Problem-solving skills for enterprise-scale challenges, Ability to manage multiple priorities, Ability to deliver under pressure, Rapid learner of emerging technologies, Rapid learner of trends, Excellent collaboration skills across diverse teams, Excellent collaboration skills across geographically distributed teams, Customer-focused mindset, Commitment to delivering high-quality solutions, Abide by Mastercard’s security policies, Ensure confidentiality and integrity of information, Report any suspected information security violation or breach, Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings
What You'll Do.
Define strategic infrastructure architecture vision
Drive strategic infrastructure architecture vision
Generate high-level requirements
Validate high-level requirements
Collaborate with architects
Collaborate with engineers
Collaborate with application teams
Collaborate with business stakeholders
Produce architectural artefacts
Maintain architectural artefacts
Act as technical authority
Resolve complex architectural challenges
Resolve operational challenges
Research emerging technologies
Evaluate emerging technologies
Recommend emerging technologies
Provide architectural governance
Provide oversight for major initiatives
Lead enterprise-wide initiatives
Influence design patterns
Influence best practices
Drive innovation in infrastructure design
Leverage cloud-native principles
Leverage modern deployment methodologies
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Application teams; Business stakeholders; Geographically distributed teams
Communication Scope
Technical documentation; Architectural artefacts
Full Job Description
**Our Purpose** _Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200 + countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential._ **Title and Summary** ### Principal Platform Architecture ### Overview Infrastructure Design Services is a team of Technology Architects and Engineers responsible for defining and governing the enterprise infrastructure architecture to meet application, platform, and system needs in alignment with Mastercard’s operational standards and principles. As a Principal Platform Architect, you will provide thought leadership and set the strategic direction for infrastructure architecture across multiple domains. You will engage early in the analysis and design phases, partnering with application teams and other critical stakeholders to ensure that infrastructure and application architectures adhere to Mastercard’s security, scalability, and availability standards. The primary deliverable is the Technical Architecture Document (TAD), which articulates the end-to-end infrastructure design for complex applications, platforms, or systems. This role demands deep expertise in internet fundamentals, including web servers, application servers, internet security, and emerging technologies. You will lead the design and delivery of enterprise-grade infrastructure solutions that meet global business, product, and service requirements. Role Define and drive the strategic infrastructure architecture vision for Mastercard’s platforms and systems. Generate and validate high-level requirements, collaborating with architects, engineers, application teams, and business stakeholders to en
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