Job Description

We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

We are seeking a highly experienced Payments Architect with deep expertise in the issuing domain to lead large-scale technology modernization and transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical architecture capabilities with a solid understanding of payment processing, digital platforms, and cloud-native systems.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Coral Springs, FL is $110k - $120k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Define and drive end-to-end architecture for payment solutions within the issuing domain.
• Lead modernization and transformation programs focusing on scalability, performance, and resiliency.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, product managers, and engineering teams to align technology solutions with business objectives.
• Design microservices-based architectures leveraging Java and modern integration patterns.
• Architect and oversee solutions on cloud platforms (AWS or Azure) , ensuring best practices in security, performance, and cost optimization.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and frameworks to enhance the payments ecosystem.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to engineering teams.

Requirements:

• 15+ years of experience in software architecture, solution design, and technology delivery.
• Strong domain expertise in Payments , particularly Card Issuing (Credit, Debit, Prepaid).
• Proven experience leading large-scale technology modernization or transformation programs.
• Proficiency in Java , Spring Boot , and Microservices architecture.
• Hands-on experience with Cloud Platforms (AWS or Azure) .
• Familiarity with API design, event-driven architecture, and DevOps practices .
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.

Preferred, but not required:

• Experience with payment gateways, tokenization, ISO 8583/ISO 20022 messaging standards.
• Exposure to real-time payments , digital wallets , or open banking environments.
• Prior experience in a global bank, fintech, or payment processor environment.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

S YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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