Navy Federal Credit Union currently does not provide sponsorship for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

To support Navy Federal's Cloud Core Banking modernization efforts, we are seeking an experienced Principal Solution Engineer to lead the design and implementation of the Member Master Data Management platform, a strategic capability focused on establishing trusted, authoritative member information across the enterprise.

In this role, the incumbent will drive the design and delivery of secure, scalable, and resilient technology solutions that enable a single, trusted view of member information across banking, lending, servicing, digital channels, analytics, and other enterprise platforms. Working closely with product owners, business stakeholders, engineers, security teams, and architects, you will help establish solution patterns, integration approaches, governance standards, and operational controls that support enterprise adoption and long-term scalability.

The ideal candidate combines strong solution design and engineering expertise with deep experience in integration, data management, and platform implementation. This role is delivery-focused, requiring the ability to translate strategic objectives into practical technology solutions while ensuring alignment with technology strategy, enterprise architecture, product engineering, security, and operational standards.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
12+ years of experience in solution architecture, software engineering, integration engineering, platform engineering, or related technology disciplines.
Proven experience designing and delivering enterprise-scale applications, distributed systems, and integration solutions.
Demonstrated experience with Master Data Management (MDM) implementations, including customer or member mastering, golden record management, identity resolution, match and merge processes, survivorship rules, and data quality practices using at least one MDM platform (i.e. Reltio, Profisee, Semarchy, Ataccama) .
Experience designing and implementing API-based, event-driven, and service-oriented architectures.
Experience delivering cloud-based solutions using Microsoft Azure, AWS, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), or similar cloud platforms.
Strong understanding of data architecture and data management practices, including data modeling, governance, stewardship, metadata management, lineage, privacy, and data quality.
Experience implementing operational data stores, enterprise data platforms, and real-time information services.
Experience with modern integration technologies, including microservices, REST APIs, messaging platforms, event streaming technologies, and API management solutions.
Solid understanding of application and integration security principles, including authentication, authorization, encryption, and secure design practices.
Experience working within DevOps and DevSecOps environments, including CI/CD automation, infrastructure management, monitoring, and operational support.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and relationship management skills with the ability to effectively partner across business and technology organizations.
Demonstrated ability to translate business objectives and requirements into practical, scalable, secure, and maintainable technology solutions.

Desired Qualifications

Experience within the financial services industry, including banking, credit unions, lending, payments, or related sectors.
Experience in financial industry data models like Financial Services Logical Data Model (FSLDM) or Banking and Financial Markets Data Warehouse Model (BFMDW) or Oracle Financial Services Data Foundation (OFSDF).
Successful delivery of at least one full lifecycle implementation of Master Data Management capabilities in the Customer domain. Financial/Banking business vertical preferred.
Experience supporting large-scale modernization programs, particularly core banking transformations and multi-platform integration initiatives.
Familiarity with Oracle Banking, Oracle Party, Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC), Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), or comparable banking platforms.
Experience establishing data stewardship processes, data quality controls, identity resolution, and record matching practices within enterprise MDM environments.
Knowledge of modern data architecture approaches, including enterprise data products, canonical data models, Data Mesh, Data Fabric, and domain-oriented design principles.
Familiarity with semantic technologies, knowledge graphs, and advanced information management platforms.
Experience supporting data and information services that enable analytics, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and emerging digital capabilities.

Additional Information

Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location:

820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180

Lead solution architecture and engineering activities supporting the Member Master Data Management (MMDM) platform and its integration with Cloud Core Banking and enterprise systems.
Design and implement Master Data Management (MDM) capabilities, including identity resolution, match/merge/survivorship, golden record management, relationship modeling, householding, ownership hierarchies, and stewardship workflows.
Establish MMDM as the authoritative source for member information through enterprise mastering, federation, synchronization, and governance patterns.
Define and implement secure integration architectures using APIs, events, streaming, and enterprise messaging patterns to enable real-time information exchange across platforms.
Establish Member Master Data federation and synchronization patterns supporting Cloud Core Banking, legacy platforms, digital channels, and enterprise data stores.
Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to translate business requirements into solution architectures, engineering designs, reusable patterns, and implementation roadmaps.
Design and operationalize enterprise member data products, including member profile, member relationships, account ownership, consent and preferences, verified income, and verified address domains.
Leverage approved standards for APIs, canonical models, event contracts, observability, resiliency, performance, and security to deliver solutions.
Partner with Information Security and Risk teams to implement privacy, consent, identity management, access controls, auditability, lineage, and data protection controls.
Enable low-latency, event-driven architectures leveraging API gateways, event platforms, operational data stores, and cloud-native services.
Drive adoption of engineering best practices including DevSecOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, platform observability, and operational excellence.
Stay current on emerging technologies and industry solutions related to Master Data Management, data integration, data governance, semantic technologies, knowledge graphs, and AI-enabled platforms.
Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to engineering teams while promoting architectural consistency, platform reuse, delivery excellence, and operational sustainability.

Targeted Salary Range: $147,600 - $189,400 annually

About the company

Navy Federal is a credit union that provides financial products and services to the U.S. military community, including active-duty service members, veterans, DoD employees, and their families. It operates through more than 360 branches and a nationwide presence, offering accounts, loans, mortgages, credit cards, and other banking services, with access available online and via mobile apps. As a member-owned, not-for-profit institution, it reinvests earnings to benefit members rather than outside shareholders and is insured by the NCUA. The company emphasizes serving those connected to the Armed Forces with helpful, accessible financial support and career opportunities for its staff. Its goal is to help members achieve financial well-being through comprehensive, widely available services while growing its community and assets.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Vienna, Austria

Founded

1933

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

Navy Federal launched Flagship Premier on September 10, 2026, targeting travel spend.
September 14, 2026 DoD honored Navy Federal's branch for exceptional service again.
Doner became agency of record on July 7, 2026, signaling bigger acquisition marketing.

What critics are saying

The Fourth Circuit revived Navy Federal mortgage discrimination class claims on February 9, 2026.
A September 18, 2026 backup exposure showed 378 gigabytes of internal files online.
CFPB's 2024 overdraft settlement and repeated lawsuits keep its trust premium fragile.

What makes Navy Federal unique

Navy Federal serves 15 million members and runs 380 branches worldwide.
Its military-only field and DoD overseas banking contract create a sticky niche.
TIME ranked Navy Federal #1 in credit cards on March 2, 2026.

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Sep 12th, 2026

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For existing cardholders who opened their account before June 15, 2026, 1:1 Hyatt transfers hold until September 30, 2026; newer accounts move to the post-refresh program immediately. That date line alone can change the value of a big redemption. ([media.chase.com](https://media.chase.com/news/Meet-the-New-Chase-Sapphire-Preferred?utm_source=openai)) American Express, celebrating the Gold Card's 60th anniversary on April 30, 2026, added 5x on prepaid hotels via AmexTravel, Hertz Five Star status and an updated $120 Dining Credit, all while keeping the $325 annual fee. For diners and home cooks who already lean Gold for 4x at U.S. supermarkets and restaurants, the hotel boost tilts more trips into Amex's orbit. ([americanexpress.com](https://www.americanexpress.com/en-SuperPay Ai, Inc./newsroom/articles/products-and-services/u-s-consumer-american-express-gold-card-introduces-new-and-enh.html?utm_source=openai)) And on September 10, 2026, Navy Federal launched the Flagship Premier Visa Signature: 4x on travel, 3x on restaurants, a $100 annual airline credit and a $95 fee - an aggressive play for military families and their households who want simple, high earn without premium-card overhead. A public 50,000-point welcome offer (after $4,000 in 90 days) is live through January 3, 2027. ([navyfederal.org](https://www.navyfederal.org/about/press-releases/2026-press-releases/Flagship-Premier-Launch.html?utm_source=openai)) The new math on everyday spending. Let's run the tape on a typical year. * Travel-heavy household: $6,000 flights/hotels booked directly, $5,000 dining, $8,000 supermarkets. - Navy Federal Flagship Premier earns 4x on travel ($6,000 | 24,000 pts) and 3x on restaurants ($5,000 | 15,000), plus base on groceries. Factor in the $100 airline credit effectively netting down the annual fee to negative territory for frequent flyers. ([navyfederal.org](https://www.navyfederal.org/about/press-releases/2026-press-releases/Flagship-Premier-Launch.html?utm_source=openai)) - Chase Sapphire Preferred's refreshed categories (with 3x on dining and enhanced travel framework) keep it competitive - especially if you redeem through Chase Travel or move points to partners. If you opened before June 15, 2026, squeezing a Hyatt transfer before September 30, 2026 can be a standout redemption. ([media.chase.com](https://media.chase.com/news/Meet-the-New-Chase-Sapphire-Preferred?utm_source=openai)) - Amex Gold still prints points on food: 4x at U.S. supermarkets (up to the card's cap) and 4x at restaurants. Add the updated $120 Dining Credit and the hotel 5x via AmexTravel for weekend stays and you're back to premium-style earn without a premium fee. ([americanexpress.com](https://www.americanexpress.com/en-SuperPay Ai, Inc./newsroom/articles/products-and-services/u-s-consumer-american-express-gold-card-introduces-new-and-enh.html?utm_source=openai)) * Balanced spender: $3,000 travel (mixed OTAs/airlines), $4,500 dining, $6,500 supermarkets. - Flagship Premier's 4x on travel rewards direct bookings best; if you often use OTAs, check coding, but the $100 airline credit still helps cover a checked-bag year or a seat assignment. - Sapphire Preferred's broader travel definition via Chase Travel pairs well with its protections - useful if you value built-in trip delay/interruption coverage alongside partner transfers. ([media.chase.com](https://media.chase.com/news/Meet-the-New-Chase-Sapphire-Preferred?utm_source=openai)) - Amex Gold dominates the grocery lane and stacks dining credits with 4x earn, making it a staple for households where food spend outruns flights. 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([navyfederal.org](https://www.navyfederal.org/about/press-releases/2026-press-releases/Flagship-Premier-Launch.html?utm_source=openai)) * If your spending skews toward groceries and restaurants, run Amex Gold for those categories and funnel hotel stays through AmexTravel when it makes sense to lock in 5x. Use the $120 Dining Credit methodically - think a $10 recurring calendar nudge tied to a favorite partner spot. ([americanexpress.com](https://www.americanexpress.com/en-SuperPay Ai, Inc./newsroom/articles/products-and-services/u-s-consumer-american-express-gold-card-introduces-new-and-enh.html?utm_source=openai)) Where applications make sense right now. * Navy Federal Flagship Premier Visa Signature: The launch window includes a 50,000-point welcome offer after $4,000 in 90 days (applications accepted beginning September 10, 2026; offer listed through January 3, 2027). 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Doctor of Credit

Aug 31st, 2026

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Jul 14th, 2026

Navy Federal Credit Union earns top spot for customer experience.

Navy Federal Credit Union earns top spot for customer experience. July 14, 2026 Forrester's Global Customer Experience Index Ranking named Navy Federal Credit Union No. 1 for customer experience. It earned an overall score of 81.2, according to a press release. This index ranks companies based on feedback from customers who have interacted with a company or brand during the previous 12 months. It looks at both the quality of the experience and overall customer loyalty. Navy Federal Credit Union earned this spot for its personalized services, financial solutions and technology. "At Navy Federal, member service is at the heart of what we do," Dietrich Kuhlmann, president and CEO, Navy Federal Credit Union, said in the release. "Being named Forrester's number one brand for customer experience in the U.S. is an incredible honor, reflecting the trust our members place in us every day. Above all, this recognition is a testament to our team - to their passion, time and talent - and I'm deeply grateful for their commitment to America's service members and their families."

Sun Sentinel

Jul 7th, 2026

Navy Federal Credit Union earns top spot in Forrester's 2026 customer experience index.

Navy Federal Credit Union earns top spot in Forrester's 2026 customer experience index. Navy Federal Credit Union was ranked No. 1 among U.S. brands for customer experience in Forrester's Global Customer Experience Index Rankings, according to a July 7 announcement. Forrester's CX Index evaluates consumer perceptions of hundreds of brands across industries such as banking, retail, airlines, and telecommunications. Navy Federal received an overall score of 81.2, the highest in the United States for the 2026 rankings. The study measures both quality of customer experience and loyalty based on feedback from consumers who interacted with each brand during the previous year. Dietrich Kuhlmann, president and CEO of Navy Federal Credit Union, said, "At Navy Federal, member service is at the heart of what we do. Being named Forrester's number one brand for customer experience in the U.S. is an incredible honor, reflecting the trust our members place in us every day. Above all, this recognition is a testament to our team - to their passion, time, and talent - and I'm deeply grateful for their commitment to America's Servicemembers and their families." Forrester has used its CX Index as a benchmark for more than a decade but does not endorse any company or advise consumers to select products or services based on its research publications. The report is part of broader resources that include models and analyst guidance available through Forrester. Established in 1933 with seven members, Navy Federal now serves more than 15 million members globally as the world's largest credit union and operates over 380 branches worldwide near military installations. Membership is open to Department of Defense and Coast Guard Active Duty personnel - including veterans - as well as civilian employees, contractors, and their families. Navy Federal employs over 25,000 people and operates under contract with the Department of Defense to provide banking services overseas at around 60 branches across ten countries and territories. Navy Federal Credit Union supports financial education initiatives - particularly for military families - offers digital banking tools such as mobile apps and online resources; provides checking accounts, savings options, loans and credit cards; extends operations globally near military sites; serves over 13 million members; and operates branches worldwide near military installations, according to its official website.

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Principal Solution Engineer-Member Master Data Management

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