Chief Architect

Chief Architect Overview

The Chief Architect is a leadership role responsible for laying out the vision for next-generation architecture and engineering capabilities for Deluxe’s products & platforms. The individual will lead Enterprise Architecture practice at Deluxe with a strong focus on establishing Integrated Payments Platforms and help evolve Delaware Payments business. This role will lead a team of architects, mentor technical leads, and collaborate with other delivery and engineering leaders to build a vibrant product delivery organization.

• Set the technical architectural direction, technology best practices, long‑term technology vision, and guiding principles for product development. Serve as the Architecture leader for the business in partnership with Product, Engineering, and Business leadership.
• Define and establish Integrated Payment Platform Blueprint, guiding the next‑generation technology ecosystem to support Payment Business growth.
• Lead and manage a team of architects, providing stewardship for the software products delivered by the business. Recruit, coach, develop, and manage a software architecture team.
• Champion sound architectural solutions and effectively advocate for them at Product Delivery & Executive level. Champion technology‑ and architecture‑related investments and align with Enterprise architecture teams.
• Partner with the Product Delivery organization in delivering scalable, resilient, and interoperable solutions that integrate with Partners & Customer ecosystems. Support continuous improvement, agility, and efficient product delivery.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 15 years of experience in Agile Software Development Life Cycle and significant experience delivering applications and architecture services in a production environment.
• 10 years of experience in software architecture and multi‑tiered enterprise applications.
• 5 years of experience in software leadership roles with increasing responsibility.
• 5 years of people leadership experience.
• Experience in a senior role with an architecture group, demonstrating knowledge in at least three of the following areas:
  Enterprise Architecture, Solution Architecture, Cloud (preferably AWS) Architecture, Technical/Infrastructure Architecture, Design Patterns, Messaging, Mobile Applications, and Multi‑Tenant Architecture.

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10 years of Payment Industry experience with extensive experience leading Payment Architecture.
• Strong Payment Industry knowledge with a background on Payment Products and Business.
• Ability to influence management, key decision‑makers, and highly technical resources.
• Ability to interface effectively and collaborate with peers and management to develop solutions and ensure stakeholder buy‑in.
• Customer‑driven to understand and respond to customers’ business needs.
• Critical thinking skills, ability to analyze information and make sound decisions quickly.
• Demonstrated initiative and accountability for achieving results. Self‑starter / Self‑directed.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

The compensation range for this position is $ - $ annually. This position will be eligible for commission or an annual performance incentive plan. The base pay actually offered will vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, location, experience, and internal equity.

• Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Time Off, Volunteer Time Off, and Holidays
• Employer‑Matched Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• Infertility Treatment, Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, disability, sex, age, ethnic or national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or presentation, pregnancy, genetics, veteran status or any other status protected by state or federal law.

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