Staff Solutions Architect @ BECU

As the nation’s largest community credit union, we begin every day focused on delivering superior financial products and services for our 1.3 million members and more than $30 billion in managed assets. Our work has an economic impact as we support our members’ financial goals. We are unapologetic about being devoted to our members and the communities we serve. Our business is guided by our people helping people philosophy – which includes our team members.

BECU has been in business for more than 85 years, driven by unwavering core values and a dedication to improving the communities we serve. While we have a rich history, the future of our company, accelerated by business and technology transformation, is even brighter. There’s never been a better time to work for BECU.

To learn more visit becu.org/careers.

PAY RANGE

The Target Pay Range for this position is $162,600.00-$198,600.00 annually. The full Pay Range is $126,000.00 - $235,100.00 annually. At BECU, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, and education or training. Should an offer for employment be made, we will consider individual qualifications. In addition to your salary, compensation incentives are available for the hired applicant. Incentives are performance based and targets vary by role.

BENEFITS

Employees and their eligible family members have access to a wide array of employee benefits, such as medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage. Employees have access to disability and AD&D insurance. We also offer health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, as well as health savings accounts, to eligible employees. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan and employer-funded retirement plan. Newly hired employees accrue 6.16 hours of paid time off (PTO) on a per pay period basis based on hours worked (up to a maximum of 160 PTO hours per year) and receive ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Additional details regarding BECU Benefits can be found here.

IMPACT YOU’LL MAKE:

In the role of Staff Solutions Architect at BECU, you’ll shape the future of our technology landscape by driving cutting-edge solutions that align with our strategic business goals. Your expertise will ensure our technology initiatives are scalable, reliable, and impactful. By mentoring team members and setting architectural standards, you’ll help us continually enhance our infrastructure and embrace innovation. Your insights into industry trends will directly translate into transformative opportunities that make a lasting impact on both our organization and the members we serve.

To join our dynamic team, we require candidates to be residents of WA, OR, ID, AZ, TX, GA, or SC. If you call any of these states home, you’re in luck! We offer the flexibility of remote work for residents in these locations, allowing you to contribute from the comfort of your own home.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Craft and Guide Solutions: Develop comprehensive solution artifacts that align with business objectives and meet compliance standards, ensuring your designs set the benchmark for reliability and scalability.
Architect Scalable Technology Solutions: Lead the creation of solutions that harmonize with BECU’s strategic goals, setting the stage for sustainable technology growth and alignment with our technical blueprints.
Oversee Complex Projects: Manage and guide multiple solution development efforts, providing mentorship and technical insights to empower project teams and drive exceptional results.
Set Standards and Best Practices: Establish and enforce architecture standards, processes, and constraints, ensuring consistency and quality across BECU’s technology landscape.
Enable Business-Driven Architecture: Analyze business capabilities to uncover opportunities for greater long-term value, driving decisions that resonate with our strategic objectives.
Mentor and Develop Talent: Share your expertise with Solutions Architects and other technology peers, helping them master best practices and grow their skills in solutions architecture.
Collaborate on Production Support: Work closely with production support teams to solve domain-specific challenges and reduce architectural design debt for smoother technology operations.
Evaluate and Recommend Software: Conduct thorough reviews of third-party software platforms, ensuring our technology stack is robust, adaptable, and forward-thinking.
Champion Innovation and Trends: Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, continuously identifying areas where BECU can improve and innovate.

This isn’t just about ticking off tasks on a list. It’s about making a significant, positive change in BECU’s journey, where your contributions are valued, and your growth is continually fostered.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN:

Influential Impact: An opportunity to design, lead, and refine impactful technology solutions for a member-focused organization.
Growth and Mentorship: A collaborative environment that values your expertise and supports your professional growth.
Visibility and Engagement: The chance to engage with senior leadership and contribute to strategic technology discussions.
Innovation-Driven Culture: Exposure to industry trends and a culture that champions innovation and creative problem-solving.
Supportive Team Environment: Join a team that values inclusivity, knowledge-sharing, and a commitment to excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information security, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
At least 7 years of experience in designing and implementing technology architectures, including managing the delivery of multiple simultaneous, complex solutions.
Experience in cloud-native technology, including microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, scalable designs, and digital platforms.
Understanding of modern technology service architecture, security, and risk management, including IAM, monitoring, IaaS/PaaS/SaaS, and containers.

Desired Qualifications:

Advanced degree in computer science, information security, or a related field.
Knowledge of technologies and vendor capabilities, and experience implementing these within large infrastructure/systems.
Familiarity with Microsoft infrastructure, operating in on-premise, cloud, and hybrid environments.
Proficiency in Lean/Agile/Scrum methodologies; experience with scaled agile frameworks like SAFe.
Experience with industry trends, value propositions, and best practices relevant to technology.
Certification in LEAN, Agile/Scrum, or ITIL, with a track record of implementing these methodologies.
Working knowledge of architectural frameworks such as The Open Group, NIST, ISO 19xxx, BizBok, or Gartner.

JOIN THE JOURNEY:

Ready to make an indelible impact? Eager to be a part of a collaborative and innovative team where your ideas and contributions don’t just fill a role but fuel the growth and success of BECU? This is more than a job – it’s a chance to elevate your career, skills, and future, all while contributing to the robust technological landscape of BECU.

Embrace the opportunity to grow with us. Apply now, bring your expertise to the table, and let’s achieve excellence together at BECU. Your journey of influence, innovation, and impactful contribution starts now. #BECU #YourGrowth #BECUJourney

EEO Statement:

BECU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

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