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Solutions Architect - SDS Wealth Management & Insurance
Country: Spain
Hello! Welcome to the place responsible for developing the technology that improves the lives of 160 million customers around the world!
This job offer is an opportunity not only to join a great company but also to collaborate in projects that have a real impact on society.

We are looking for a SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT based in our BOADILLA DEL MONTE (Madrid) office, with 15 YEARS OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE, of which at least 5 YEARS WITHIN THE ABOVEMENTIONED RESPONSIBILITIES.

Let’s get to know each other!
Santander Digital Services (SDS) is the team of technology and operations at Santander. We are convinced of the importance of technology that is aligned with the requirements of the business and that out work not only brings value to users, people and communities but also fosters individual creativity. Our team of over 7,000 people in 8 countries (Spain, Portugal, Poland, UK, USA, Mexico, Chile and Brazil) develops and/or implements financial solutions across a broad spectrum of technologies (including Blockchain, Big Data and Angular among others) on all kinds of on-premise and cloud-based platforms.
We are undergoing one of the biggest transformations in our history and technology is at the heart of our strategy. Join our team to play a part in one of the most important technological projects for the financial sector in the world.
One of our guiding principles is continuous innovation, working with Agile and Dev Sec Ops methodologies and adopting all the leading market technology to work with the best tech stack.
We recently received Top Employer certification in Spain, Europe and globally for the sixth consecutive year and we are one of the World’s 25 Best Workplaces. We are very proud to be an equal opportunities organisation and we are building a dynamic and proactive team. All we ask from you is that you bring a positive attitude and share our values and a commitment to development of cutting-edge technology, no matter where you come from or where you end up.

Your role
We are looking for a SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT for our CTO WEALTH MANAGEMENT & INSURANCE department, a key team in our technology ecosystem.‍
Your main tasks will be:

• Applying domain and Decision Driven Design experience, using your knowledge of the BIAN framework, TOGAF, Archi Mate and API & microservice architecture solutions to create Solution Design Documents.
• Owning the end-to-end Solution Architecture, collaborating and co-ordinating input from other architecture disciplines (Security, Data, Infra, Cloud, etc), and aligned to Domain Enterprise Architecture Strategy
• Documenting complex As-Is / Transition / Target Architectures aligned to associated roadmaps.
• Establishing & maintaining Strategy/Roadmaps, aligning diverse stakeholders across different technologies and business areas, both locally & globally
• Having knowledge of Digital/API/Micro-Services/Data Lake Solutions/AWS/Azure/Cloud Architecture and domain relevant software packages
• Understanding and experience of migrating/decommissioning from legacy technologies to new technologies and removing obsolescence.
• Working effectively with cross-functional teams, including business stakeholders and technical roles.
• Evaluating and improving the existing technological architecture to ensure scalability, performance and security.

What you’ll bring
You’re sure to fit in if you like technology and are constantly learning about new developments, as well as having an interest in better understanding the risks faced by the Bank. In addition to developing your technical skills, you should also be interested in improving your soft skills
If you think you’ve got what it takes, these are the key skills we’ll be looking for in your CV:

• Experienced in IT Systems Design and Solutions Architecture with Financial Institution knowledge.
• Experience in creating practical, workable architectures that can be aligned to IT principles/standards, whilst following appropriate governance
• Collaboration is critical, as is the ability to communicate complex concepts (both written and verbal)
• Demonstrable experience to diplomatically challenge and influence a diverse set of stakeholders and colleagues.
• Bachelor’s degree in management / Computer Science / Information Technology or a related field.
• High proficiency in English and Spanish (at least C1 level).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, Special ability to communicate complex concepts.
• Planning and Organizing: tactical and strategic.
• Decision making and critical thinking.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Continuous transformation.

The following would also be great...

• Good organisational and prioritisation skills across competing demands on time.
• Ability to learn fast (new concepts and skills) and deal calmly with situations under pressure.
• Experience in implementation of similar projects in previous roles including project management and operational processes definition.
• Experience on Working on Asset Management, Private Banking and Insurance solutions would be valuable.
• Experience navigating in large organizations, establishing relationships, and positively influencing multiple stakeholders.

What is the Be Tech! experience like?

• Hybrid working model (working remotely some days and meeting with the team in the office on other days).
• Flexible working hours.
• Possibility of travelling to collaborate with teams in other countries.
• Opportunities to develop your career in different overseas units and countries.
• Continuous training in innovative technical fields so you are always up to date and have the tools you need to do your job.
• Career plan to ensure your professional growth and that your efforts are duly rewarded.
• Highly competitive salary and bonuses.
• Financial benefits (special interest rates for loans, preferential banking terms, pension plan, life insurance, etc.)
• Social benefits (gym and medical centre on the premises, daily meal subsidy with a choice of seven restaurants, parking, shuttle service to the centre of Madrid, discounts and offers with different companies for Santander employees and much, much more that we will tell you all about when you arrive!)

What now?
If you like what you’ve read so far, you’ll like it even more once you’re on board... So why not join us?
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