Techno Functional Domain Architect (Banking)

We are seeking an experienced Techno Functional Domain Architect - Banking Domain with deep expertise in the banking domain, specifically in areas such as Regulatory Reporting, Payments Modernization, and Financial Risk Management. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with leading market products like Axiom SL, Finastra, and other relevant solutions, along with strong technical acumen to ensure smooth integration and API exposure. This role is perfect for a candidate who combines strong domain knowledge with technology insights and has experience working on consulting and solution-building engagements in IT services.
Responsibilities include:
Act as a domain expert in Regulatory Reporting, Payments Modernization, Financial Risk Management, and other key areas within the banking domain.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, architect, and implement solutions that leverage leading market products such as Axiom SL, Finastra, and other banking-specific products.
Drive the solution architecture process by integrating domain expertise with technology, ensuring scalability and seamless integration of APIs and systems.
Stay up to date with industry trends and regulatory changes across regions, including developments in the USA, Middle East, APAC, and other regions.
Provide consulting and thought leadership on domain-specific challenges and market trends to internal teams and clients.
Work closely with technical teams to ensure that solutions meet both domain and technology requirements, bridging the gap between functional and technical aspects.
Ensure flexibility and adaptability in working across various sub-domains (e.g., a candidate with expertise in Payments should be willing to learn and engage with other domains like Regulatory Reporting, Trade Finance, etc.).
Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver high-impact solutions that align with their strategic goals and regulatory needs.
Develop best practices, standards, and frameworks for banking domain solutions and act as a mentor to other team members on domain-related matters.

Primary Skills :

10+ years of experience in the banking domain, with strong functional expertise in areas such as Regulatory Reporting, Payments Modernization, and Financial Risk Management.
Hands-on experience with market-leading products such as Axiom SL, Finastra, and other relevant solutions in the banking domain.
Strong understanding of technology architecture, with experience in API integration, system architecture, and implementation nuances.
Proven track record of working on IT services consulting engagements, helping clients develop and implement domain-specific solutions.
Willingness to adapt and expand knowledge across sub-domains (e.g., a focus on Payments with the flexibility to learn Regulatory Reporting).
Familiarity with global banking regulations and trends across different regions such as the USA, Middle East, and APAC.
Ability to communicate complex domain and technical issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Strong problem-solving skills, with a proactive and adaptable mindset.
Secondary Skills :
Experience working in leading IT services companies, developing solution offerings around banking domain areas.
Knowledge of Trade Finance, Risk Management, or other related banking sub-domains is a plus.
Strong leadership and consulting skills, with the ability to guide both internal teams and clients through domain-specific challenges.
Educational Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Finance, or a related field.