Who We Are
At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward - always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.
The Role
Samlink is a Kyndryl company.
Solution Architect - IT Solutions for the Financial Sector.
We are looking for an experienced and skilled Solution Architect to strengthen our team in designing and implementing IT solutions for the financial sector. In this role, you will work on demanding and business-critical systems, designing both new innovative solutions and enhancing existing applications to meet our customers' needs.
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Responsibilities of the role include designing and defining IT solutions for financial sector companies, considering business needs, technical requirements, and feasibility. You will take responsibility for the overall architecture of technical solutions, ensuring their scalability, security, and performance. You will collaborate with business stakeholders, developers, and other teams to ensure that the solutions support customer business objectives and can be effectively implemented. Acting as an expert and mentor for development teams, you will help them make the best possible technical decisions. Your role will also involve ensuring the quality and compatibility of solutions with customers' IT environments and regulatory requirements.
In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth:
- Flexible Working Hours: Options for flexible schedules and remote work.
- Continuous Learning and Mentorship Programs: Opportunities for training and professional development.
- BeWell: Comprehensive wellbeing services (Employee Assistance Program) for employees and their families, providing a broad range of accessible programs, policies, and practices that support physical, mental, social, and financial well-being.
- Company Events: Team-building activities and social events.
- Company-Provided Mobile Phone: Mobile phones are provided for work and private use.
- ePassi: Digital solution for lunch, wellness, sports, culture, and commuting benefits.
- Bicycle Benefit
Please note that our offices are located in Espoo and Jyväskylä, and the candidate would need to be based in these areas.
Who You Are
You're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important - you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused - someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you're open and borderless - naturally inclusive in how you work with others.
Required skills and expertise
- Strong application development background with in-depth knowledge of software development and best practices.
- At least 5 years of experience in solution design, having worked in architectural design roles and the ability to model complex IT solutions.
- Good understanding and experience in financial sector systems
- Ability to combine business and technology needs, communicating with business stakeholders and translating their needs into technical solutions.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and lead technical discussions.
- A solution-oriented mindset, actively seeking solutions and driving projects forward.
- Strong understanding of current and emerging technologies, with proficiency in key technologies and platforms such as Java, Cloud (Azure), APIs, Microservices, Databases, and DevOps practices.
- Proficiency in the English language
Preferred skills and expertise
- Knowledge of banking, payment, or insurance systems
- Knowledge of the Finnish language.
A security background check may be performed for those selected to Samlink positions, in accordance with the company recruitment guidelines and the Security Clearance Act.
Being You
Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it's how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we're not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you - and everyone next to you - the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That's the Kyndryl Way.
What You Can Expect
With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter - wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.
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