Solutions Architect

• Relocation assistance is not provided and this is not a fully remote position. FirstBank does not sponsor work visas.*

Salary Range

115,000 - 150,000

If candidates are in a familial or romantic relationship with a current FirstBank employee or FirstBank Board of Director they cannot be considered at this time.

Founded in 1963, FirstBank maintains more than $20 billion in assets and operates over 100 branch locations across Colorado, Arizona and California. Its growth can be attributed to one simple philosophy: do right by customers, communities and employees, which is at the center of the company's "banking for good" mantra. FirstBank believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are part of everything we do, both within and outside our company, and prides itself in hiring and training a diverse and talented group. We strive to not only maintain a diverse workforce, but also ensure our employee experience garners a sense of belonging, is inclusive and equitable. FirstBank believes that a company is nothing without the people that comprise it, and prides itself in hiring and training a diverse and talented group. By joining the FirstBank team you will experience its great team culture with ample opportunity for growth. There's an opportunity for everyone with positions all across the company, from Teller and Call Center to Technology and Lending. Apply today to learn more and join the team!

A Brief Overview

The Solutions Architect will identify and define software solutions for small to mid-sized applications development projects independently and work under the guidance of Senior Solutions and Enterprise Architects on larger projects. Individuals in this job work with one or more operations and/or product areas to understand and identify business problems and needs. You will work with delivery team(s) to ensure high-level architectural designs are understood, translated into effective detailed designs and being implemented throughout the project.

What you will do

• Work with the appropriate operations and business stakeholders to understand and identify the business problem or need.

• Define high-level technical solutions for small- to medium-sized projects, including the approximate level of effort.

• Work with colleagues from other teams and skillsets to understand the current technology applications, services, systems and solutions in the problem and solutions space(s).

• Work with the Solutions Architects' skillset and Chief Architect to understand our architectural vision and priorities and with other technical stakeholders to understand existing technological landscape.

• Work with senior resources from other teams to: Identify an optimal platform/environment for the solution; Identify an optimal design and implementation of the solution while keeping Service Level Objectives in mind; Identify opportunities for asset reuse, architectural simplification and consistency, Coordinate on technical application strategy.

• Perform a Technical Design Lead role when necessary.

• Provide support to the software delivery teams, including their developers, to ensure high level design has been followed through implementation and they have sufficient support in prioritization efforts to move team and architectural, enterprise-initiatives forward.

• Attend technical conferences or educational opportunities to maintain knowledge of industry best practices.

• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

• Understand and comply with all provisions of the Safety in the Workplace policy.

Minimum Requirements

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in related field and a minimum of 2 years of related experience
• A combination of post-high school education, job related certification and related experience equivalent to 5 years may be considered in lieu of minimum requirements

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, other technical field, or business preferred

• Experience in software development process (4-7 years preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Sufficient technical knowledge and judgment to be able to identify when other Application Developer(s) or IT Architect(s) need to be pulled in or coordinated with

• Build familiarity with all major applications and platforms at FirstBank; strong understanding of multiple platforms, applications and interfaces between applications

• Build a strong understanding of FirstBank's information architecture

• Build an in-depth understanding of current business processes, and able to participate in accommodating future business needs

• Strong process design/re-design skills to participate in business requirements analysis

• Excellent technical and operational problem solving skills

• Build an in-depth understanding of FirstBank Software Development Standards and Procedures Manual

• Working knowledge of information security concepts and techniques

• Demonstrated ability to interface and collaborate with SMEs, business sponsors, vendor partners, peers, developers and technical management to develop solutions that will meet the needs for those interested in the outcome

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Good listening skills

• Ability to lead technical groups

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Frequently remains stationary throughout a typical business day

• Frequently operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer

• Occasionally moves about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, and other rooms

• Occasionally positions self to access drawers and shelves of various heights

• Frequently reaches for and handles paperwork and files

• Constantly communicates with customers, coworkers, and management in-person and on the phone

• Must be able to exchange accurate information

• FirstBank does not currently offer fully remote positions, except as required by law. The actual number of in-office days that may be required will vary by business unit, role, and business need.

If candidates are in a familial or romantic relationship with a current FirstBank employee or FirstBank Board of Director they cannot be considered at this time.

Statement of Benefits

FirstBank offers a suite of benefits that support our employees' professional, financial, physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. Benefits currently offered with our positions include: Paid Time Off/paid leave programs, 401K/Employee Stock Ownership, United Healthcare medical, MetLife dental, VSP vision, Employee tuition reimbursement, Volunteer Time Off, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Group Life Insurance/AD&D.

FirstBank is an EOE/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. FirstBank does not permit pay inequities. Anyone who believes they have been subject to pay inequity should immediately report their concerns to the Human Resource Department.

• This job opportunity is expected to close on 6/27/24*
• This job opportunity's deadline has been extended to 6/28/24*