Lead Solutions Architect

What We re All About :

Q2 is proud of delivering our mobile banking platform and technology solutions, globally, to more than 22 million end users across our 1,300 financial institutions and fintech clients. At Q2, our mission is simple: Build strong, diverse communities by strengthening their financial institutions. We accomplish that by investing in the communities where both our customers and employees serve and live.

What Makes Q2 Special

Job Description

Q2 is seeking a Lead Solution Architect who will be responsible for implementing Q2 s Ebanking Solutions in order to align with the business requirements of our customers. You will be exposed to a highly customizable product on multiple platforms that are configured/engineered differently for each customer. Must be exceptionally detail-oriented, an energetic self-starter who can work independently and in a group setting. This work is performed out of our Implementations Solution Center in Bangalore, India and does not require travel.

Key Responsibilities

Solution Design & Implementation

Analyze business requirements to design robust, scalable, and cost-effective technical solutions tailored to client needs.

Develop and implement end-to-end architectures, including system integrations, APIs, and workflows.

Drive cloud technology migration projects, ensuring optimal resource utilization and performance.

Identify system inefficiencies and design innovative solutions to improve deployment, monitoring, and scaling.

Stakeholder Collaboration

Collaborate with clients, business analysts, and project managers to understand business objectives and requirements.

Communicate complex technical solutions in a clear, non-technical manner to stakeholders.

Partner with cross-functional teams, including development, to ensure quality, timely delivery, and client satisfaction.

Governance & Best Practices

Define, document, and enforce best practices for system architecture, design, and integration.

Ensure all solutions adhere to security, availability, confidentiality, and privacy standards .

Develop and lead quality assurance checkpoints and execution plans to maintain high standards of delivery.

Technology Evaluation & Process Innovation

Evaluate emerging technologies to recommend tools and platforms that enhance efficiency and scalability.

Design and implement new processes and solutions to streamline system configuration and deployment.

Support & Troubleshooting

Provide Level 2 and Level 3 support to resolve complex technical challenges during implementation.

Offer hands-on guidance for database configuration, debugging, and performance tuning.

12+ years of experience in Solution Architecture, preferably in the FinTech domain.

Proven expertise in implementing SaaS-based enterprise solutions and cloud technology migration (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

Strong MS SQL skills with proficiency in database design, TSQL queries, and enterprise software configuration.

Hands-on experience with system integration methods (APIs, RESTful services) and scripting languages (e.g., Python).

Familiarity with VMware, web services configuration, and enterprise deployment practices.

Skills:

Strong understanding of software architecture patterns (e.g., microservices, serverless).

Proficiency in identifying and resolving system inefficiencies, especially related to deployment, scaling, and monitoring.

Exceptional troubleshooting, diagnostic, and analytical problem-solving skills.

Expertise in designing and documenting new processes to improve implementation quality and efficiency.

Ability to train and mentor team members effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, TOGAF, or Azure Solutions Architect Expert.

Knowledge of financial services and enterprise software best practices.

Familiarity with mobile platforms (iOS, Android) and data migration methodologies.

Key Attributes

Analytical mindset with a strong focus on quality and efficiency.

Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach.

A positive attitude, attention to detail, and the ability to perform under pressure.

This is an exciting opportunity for a solution architect passionate about the FinTech industry and ready to make a significant impact on our organization and client success.

This position requires fluent written and oral communication in English.

Health & Wellness

• Hybrid Work Opportunities

• Flexible Time Off

• Career Development & Mentoring Programs

• Health & Wellness Benefits, including competitive health insurance offerings and generous paid parental leave for eligible new parents

• Community Volunteering & Company Philanthropy Programs

• Employee Peer Recognition Programs - You Earned it

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How We Give Back to the Community:

You can learn more about our Q2 Spark Program, Q2 Philanthropy fund, and our employee volunteering programs on our Q2 Community page . Q2 supports dozens of wide-reaching organizations, such as the African American Leadership Institute , and The Trevor Project , promoting diversity and success in leadership and technology. Other deserving beneficiaries include Resource Center helping LGBTQ communities, JDRF , and Homes for our Troops , a group helping veterans rebuild their lives with specially adapted homes.

At Q2, our goal is to be a diverse and inclusive workforce that fosters mutual respect for our employees and the communities we serve. Q2 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.