FIS

SoftwareArchitectSrLead

$200–300k ~AI est. Jacksonville, Florida, United States FULL TIME
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The Brief

“Software Architect Sr Lead at FIS. Skills: AI architecture, Automation solutions, Cloud-native design. Define future AI and automation. Drive future AI and automation”

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Evaluate architectural trade-offs; Recommend best-fit solutions; Identify architectural risks; Propose mitigation strategies

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Advanced expertise enterprise software architecture, Large-scale solution design experience, Proven experience delivering AI and automation initiatives, Deep knowledge microservices, Deep knowledge cloud-native architectures, Deep knowledge AI/ML integration, Cross-functional collaboration skills, Ability to influence technical stakeholders, Ability to influence business stakeholders, Demonstrated ability evaluate architectural trade-offs, Demonstrated ability recommend best-fit solutions, Experience defining architecture standards, Experience enforcing architecture standards, Experience defining quality benchmarks, Experience enforcing quality benchmarks, Knowledge of software security, Knowledge of compliance, Knowledge of risk management practices, Bachelor's degree computer science, Bachelor's degree engineering, Equivalent skills-based experience

Nice to Have

Experience employee-facing digital platforms, Experience HR technology, Familiarity modern AI/ML toolchains, Familiarity natural language processing, Familiarity workflow automation solutions, Background regulatory compliance, Background AI ethics, Master's degree AI, Master's degree architecture, Continuing education AI, Continuing education architecture, Industry certifications cloud architecture, Industry certifications AI/ML platforms, Industry certifications security frameworks

What You'll Do.

Define future AI and automation

Drive future AI and automation

Lead AI-focused architecture initiatives

Design scalable software solutions

Set standards modularity

Set standards performance

Set standards maintainability

Collaborate with cross-functional teams

Deliver impactful technical strategies

Enhance employee interaction enterprise systems

Enhance employee interaction enterprise services

Lead enterprise architecture design

Evaluate architectural approaches

Recommend architectural approaches

Integrate AI/ML models

Integrate automation frameworks

Define non-functional requirements

Guide implementation non-functional requirements

Establish organizational standards

Enforce organizational standards

Collaborate with development teams

Collaborate with infrastructure teams

Collaborate with business teams

Ensure seamless delivery technology

Oversee critical design decisions

Oversee architectural reviews

Balance technical trade-offs

Balance business objectives

Identify architectural risks

Propose mitigation strategies

Mentor teams architectural best practices

Foster culture continuous learning

Foster culture technical excellence

Ensure robust cloud-native solution design

Plan AI-powered platforms

Manage AI-powered platforms

Support AI-powered platforms

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Development teams; Infrastructure teams; Business teams

Full Job Description

**Job Description** **About FIS** We are FIS. Our technology powers the world’s economy, and our teams bring innovation to life. We champion diversity to deliver the best products and solutions for our colleagues, clients, and communities. If you’re ready to start learning, growing, and making an impact with a career in fintech, we’d like to know: **Are you FIS?** **About the Role:** As the **Software** A**rchitect Sr Lead** , you will define and drive the future of AI and automation for the FIS employee digital experience. In this highly visible role, you will lead AI-focused architecture initiatives and design scalable software solutions that set standards for modularity, performance, and maintainability. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful technical strategies that enhance how employees interact with critical enterprise systems and services. **What You Will Be Doing:** * Lead enterprise architecture design for AI and automation solutions that power employee digital experiences * Evaluate and recommend architectural approaches for integrating advanced AI/ML models and automation frameworks * Define and guide the implementation of high-level, non-functional requirements to optimize reliability, performance, and usability * Establish and enforce organizational standards for software quality, compatibility, scalability, and maintainability * Collaborate with development, infrastructure, and business teams to ensure seamless delivery of innovative employee-facing technology * Oversee critical design decisions and architectural reviews, balancing technical trade-offs with business objectives * Identify architectural risks and propose mitigation strategies, particularly in complex AI-driven and automated workflows * Mentor teams in architectural best practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence * Ensure robust cloud-native solution design, including planning, management, and support of AI-powere

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