Director, Solution Architect

We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Director, Solution Architect, to join our Foundational Frameworks platform. This role is located in New York, NY.

In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:

• Define and drive enterprise solution architecture strategy aligned to business goals and technology roadmaps.
• Lead the design and delivery of scalable, secure, and innovative technology solutions across the organization.
• Establish and govern architecture standards, frameworks, best practices, and design disciplines across the enterprise.
• Provide strategic guidance on complex architecture, data, and technology initiatives, serving as a trusted advisor to business and technology leaders.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to accelerate delivery, maximize the value of enterprise data assets, and ensure compliance with corporate standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop architecture talent while managing resources, budgets, and priorities to achieve strategic objectives.
  
  

To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience required. Advanced degree preferred.
• 12+ years of experience in technology and architecture roles required; experience in the securities or financial services industry is a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to drive alignment and build consensus across stakeholders and teams.
• Proven ability to make effective decisions and navigate complex challenges in fast-paced, evolving environments.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a track record of delivering innovative and practical solutions.
• Passion for challenging the status quo, driving transformation, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Collaborative, transparent, and trustworthy leadership style, with the ability to communicate a clear vision and inspire others to achieve shared goals.
• Proven people leadership experience, including hiring, coaching, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams.

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.

Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

At BNY, our culture speaks for itself, check out the latest BNY news at BNY Newsroom & BNY LinkedIn

Here’s a few of our recent awards:

• America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025
• World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025
• “Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025

Our Benefits and Rewards:

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The expected base salary for this position when employment commences can be found in the Job Info section at the bottom of the posting.

Base salary offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is only part of the total rewards package, which may include eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award. Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, eligible employees may enroll in a 401(k) plan as well as participate in Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans for the employee and the employee’s eligible dependents. Eligible employees also may receive other benefits (including various paid time off benefits, such as vacation and sick time), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, the employee will be in an “at will” position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payments or compensation programs) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.