Senior Enterprise Architect

Job SummaryThe Sr. Enterprise Architect (EA) is accountable for UFCU’s enterprise technology architecture strategy, target-state design, and architecture governance, while also serving as a hands-on solution architect for high-impact initiatives. This role ensures UFCU platforms and solutions are secure-by-design, resilient, scalable, interoperable, and audit/regulator-ready, enabling consistent member and employee experiences. This role drives adoption of standards and architectural patterns through practical enablement, developer community engagement, and strong partnership with business and technology leaders.The Sr. Enterprise Architect role reports to the Chief Technology Officer.About UFCU Our Credit Union was founded in 1936 and has grown to serve members throughout Texas and beyond. At UFCU, we are more than just a financial institution, and our people are more than just employees. We are dedicated to our purpose of empowering our Members to achieve financial success and build brighter futures.In pursuit of our aspiration that UFCU isloved by millions of Members and built to thrive for generations, we are guided by our values:Purposefully Member-ObsessedWe are driven by a profound sense of empathy to deeply understand our Members’ needs and preferences, what brighter futures means to them, and the obstacles in their way. We act in our Members’ best interests, forever seeking to empower their financial success.Possibilities ReimaginedWe are inspired to courageously experiment, learn, and iterate in pursuit of positive impact for our Members, UFCU, and coworkers. We challenge assumptions, embrace diverse perspectives, and make use of data and insights.Performance Excellence Rooted in Unwavering IntegrityWe do the right thing, always. We champion teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement, and celebrate successful outcomes of others, fostering an inclusive environment of excellence and collaboration.Essential FunctionsEnterprise Architecture & RoadmapsDefine and evolve the enterprise target architecture across applications, integration, data, security, and infrastructureDevelop multi-year roadmaps aligned to business prioritiesEstablish architecture principles (API-first, reuse, secure-by-design, observable systems)Hands-On Solution ArchitectureLead architecture for strategic initiatives including CRM, integration, onboarding/origination, and data platformsProduce actionable artifacts such as architecture diagrams, data flows, interface designs, and ADRsDefine non-functional requirements and operational readiness expectationsArchitecture Governance (ARB, Standards, Exceptions)Operate the Architecture Review Board (ARB)Define and maintain architecture standards and reference patternsManage exception processes with clear timelines and remediation plansEnsure decisions are documented and traceableIntegration & API ArchitectureDefine standards for APIs, eventing, and messaging patternsDrive adoption of reusable integration patternsReduce point-to-point integrations and increase platform reuseData Architecture AlignmentPromote domain-based data architecture and governanceEnsure alignment on data quality, lineage, classification, and accessSupport scalable data consumption patterns for analytics and reportingSecurity, Risk & Compliance AlignmentPartner with Information Security and GRC to ensure secure-by-design solutionsEmbed controls for identity, encryption, monitoring, and resilienceEnsure architectures are audit-ready and regulator-reassuringVendor Architecture OversightEvaluate vendor solutions for architectural fit, integration feasibility, and riskDefine integration and architecture expectations for third-party platformsAssess total cost of ownership and long-term viabilityOtherAdheres to all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codes.Completes required regulatory training as assigned.Maintains strict adherence to and compliance with all laws, rules, regulations, and internal controls specific to the role, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act, Anti-Money Laundering, USA Patriot Act, OFAC and Fair Lending regulations.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities KnowledgeAdvanced knowledge of enterprise architecture practices across application, integration, and data domainsAPI and event-driven integration patternsSecurity architecture fundamentalsResiliency and operational design principlesSkillsClear communication of architecture and trade-offsDemonstrated cross-functional collaboration and influenceExperience with vendor evaluation and architecture assessmentDevelopment of practical, reusable patternsAbilitiesAbility to operate at both strategic and hands-on levelsAbility to identify and mitigate architectural risks earlyAbility to balance standardization with delivery speedCore Competencies Demonstrating Member ObsessionPuts themselves in the Member’s shoesLooks for friction pointsMakes it personalized and easyDemonstrating Performance ExcellenceSets standards for elevating excellenceEnsures elevated qualityTakes responsibilityConducts continuous improvementDemonstrating InnovationChallenges current thinkingApproaches change with a positive mindsetExperienceMinimum Requirements5-7+ years of experience in architecture or engineering roles with increasing responsibilityExperience in complex enterprise environmentsExposure across multiple domains such as integration, data, CRM/contact center, and cloudBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a related field or relevant experience in lieu of degreeMust be bondablePreferred RequirementsExperience in regulated industriesExperience working with credit unions, community banks, regional financial institutions or regulated environmentsPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee, with or without accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.FrequentWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.Employee will make extensive use of the telephone and virtual communications requiring the ability to explain complex information effectively and accurately.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This position requires frequently working onsite at UFCU Plaza in Austin, Texas.This position may involve periodic stressful conditions.May occasionally require an adjusted work schedule, overtime, and evening/weekend hours.May occasionally move from one work location/branch to another.Public contact position, requiring appropriate professional appearance.Frequent computer use at a workstation of up to two hours at a time.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate#INDUFCUJob SummaryRequisition Number: SRENT004231Job Category: Information TechnologySchedule: Full-Time